Maggie Davis & Associates Pediatric Dentists Blog

Many parents give their children fruit juice because it seems like a healthy alternative to sugary sodas. While juice does contain vitamins and nutrients, it can also have negative effects on children’s teeth when consumed frequently. Most juices contain natural sugars and acids that can contribute to dental problems if proper precautions aren’t taken.

Understanding how juice affects children’s teeth can help parents make better choices for their child’s oral health. Here are 4 ways juice can impact young smiles.

Good oral hygiene habits start early and teaching your child how to care for their teeth from a young age can set them up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Many parents wonder when brushing and flossing should begin and how to make these routines age appropriate. The answer may be earlier than you think.

With so much information online—and plenty of well-meaning advice from friends and family—it’s easy for confusion to spread about how to properly care for a child’s smile. Unfortunately, some of this misinformation can lead to habits that negatively impact kids’ oral health over time. To help clear things up, we’re taking a closer look at a few of the most common myths about children’s dental care and replacing them with facts parents can trust.

Children’s teeth need proper protection when experiencing dental decay or damage. Knowing which method of restorative treatment is right for their smile is only possible once you take them to see a trusted pediatric dentist. While dental crowns and fillings are designed to safeguard vulnerable teeth from future infection and harm, each is used differently, depending on the situation. Read on to discover the differences between dental crowns and fillings, and why it’s best to seek professional help.

If your child needs dental work that requires numbing, convincing them to sit still for the pinch of a needle can be a challenge. Thankfully, the Soan anesthetic injection pen was designed to help. This pain-free, pinch-free, compact instrument delivers local anesthetic directly to your child’s mouth, making what is often the most scary or uncomfortable part of their dental treatment a whole lot easier. Here’s what you need to know about this innovative device, and how it can help make your child’s dental treatment much more comfortable.

Losing a baby tooth is a big milestone in a child’s life, and for many families, it’s also a magical opportunity to create fun, lasting memories. While placing a tooth under the pillow is the classic tradition, there are plenty of creative ways to welcome the Tooth Fairy that can make the experience even more exciting for your little one. Here are five fun and imaginative ways to introduce the Tooth Fairy into your home, and why it may be time for a trip to the dentist.

Growing smiles are not immune to cavities. Continuing to be the leading oral health problem among children, statistics state that nearly 40% of pre-Kindergartners have dental caries. As a parent, you may wonder what you can do to prevent this growing issue and how you can better protect your child’s smile. If you keep reading, you can discover a few tips that are designed to help in your pursuit of cavity-free teeth for your little one.

Is your child complaining about tooth sensitivity or aches, or do they seem fussier than usual during meals, especially if food is overly hot or cold? If so, they could be suffering from pulpitis. This occurs when bacteria in your kid’s mouth erode their enamel to penetrate and infect the tender pulp inside.

If you’re worried about your little one’s dental condition, you should contact their pediatric dentist right away. They’ll examine their mouth then recommend and appropriate treatment, like a pulpectomy of a pulpotomy, to address it. Continue reading to learn about these options and how they help!

Does your child frequently develop new cavities? Tooth decay is incredibly common. In fact, it is the most common chronic disease in children. That begs the question: is it normal for your child to get lots of cavities? How many is too many? Continue reading to learn more about childhood tooth decay and some steps you can take to prevent them from occurring in the future.

When it’s time to take your toddler to visit the dentist, you may feel a bit unprepared. Between the sights, sounds, smells, and unexpected reactions to new people, they might view these appointments in a good or bad way. To ensure they have a positive experience – one that helps them get excited about visiting the dentist’s office – here are four books you can read beforehand to help them learn more about dental health and feel more comfortable about their upcoming visit.