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Most kids are not big fans of going to the dentist.  Actually, most people are not excited about going to the dentist, but understand that regular check-ups are essential for good dental health. So what do you do if your child is afraid of the dentist? What can parents do if their child’s fear of going to…

Every parent is concerned with the health and well-being of their child.  Are they eating right?  Getting enough exercise?  Enough sleep?  The list goes on and on. Among those concerns is a child’s dental health.  How can you as a parent be sure you’re doing everything possible in protecting your children’s teeth? There are actually several resources…

I recently had the privilege of volunteering for AZ Dental Mission of Mercy. I found this to be a profoundly powerful experience and wanted to share a bit of it with my patients. The Arizona Dental Mission of Mercy gathers volunteers in helping treat 2000 people with dental needs that can’t be fixed by themselves. So who exactly was…

The simplest, everyday habits can be hurting your child’s teeth.  However there are a number of ways for parents can protect their child’s smile.  As a pediatric dentist, I wanted to provide a list of common things that you would not normally think twice about, that we have found to be harmful: Drinking soft drinks:  Soft drinks…

Parents work hard to insure their child follows good oral hygiene, making sure they brush daily and watching what their children eats, especially trying to avoid a lot of sugary snacks.  Sometimes however, despite a parent’s best efforts, a child gets a cavity.  Now what? First understand that just because a child gets a cavity,…

If your child has special needs or an intellectual disability, it can be difficult to insure they get the proper care when it comes to their dental needs. Children can be very intimidated about going to the dentist, so it’s important that you find a pediatric dentist specializing in children with special needs who understands the unique…

Now that Halloween is over, our kids have a plethora of candy of all different varieties at their fingertips. Believe it or not, some varieties of candy are better for our children’s teeth than others. Also, most of us think that moderation is the solution, but as a pediatric dentist, I beg to differ. “Not-so-good” Treats:…

We’ve been sharing great tips and articles on our social media channels about pediatric dentistry, as well as overall health news for children and adults alike.  Soon we’ll be providing great information right here on our blog.  Stay tuned for upcoming articles, checklists, and fantastic information about oral health. Too busy to check in on…