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Looking for a new dentist for your children? Look no further! We completely understand picking a dentist can be an intimidating process, especially if your child has had a bad experience at the dentist previously. Here’s a quick checklist for what to look for.

Looking for a new dentist for your children? Look no further! We completely understand picking a dentist can be an intimidating process, especially if your child has had a bad experience at the dentist previously. Here’s a quick checklist for what to look for.

It’s an awesome coming-of-age moment when your child’s first adult tooth grows in. Adult teeth are bigger, shaped differently, and begin to form their smile that will last a lifetime. If you’re worried about your child’s adult teeth because they’re coming in yellow, it’s really nothing to fret over. Children’s adult teeth are normally a shade of yellow temporarily. We’ll explain why in this article and dive into a few abnormal cases where their teeth’s coloring might signify an underlying problem.

Just like how we protect ourselves from rain with a raincoat and umbrella, sealants protect our teeth from bacteria and decay. The coats are thin, so your child won’t feel them as they bite down or eat foods, but they work absolute wonders when preventing cavities on permanent molars.

Whether you’re still brushing your child’s teeth at night or they are in full-control of their dental health, here are a few hints that it’s time to switch your kiddo’s toothbrush out.

Since children have many more tastebuds than adults, many of the minty flavors available are too strong for children to brush with enjoyably. With great flavors like bubble gum, strawberry, and more, your child will be excited to brush with a flavor that just tastes great.

When you’re at the store picking up toothbrushes, it’s a little overwhelming how many options there are! Are they all the same? What does bristle strength mean? Is a kid’s toothbrush really better for kids? In this article, we will answer all of these questions and hopefully help you choose the best toothbrush for your child.

Kids can sometimes be a little wiggly in the dentist chair. Especially when they need a filling, crown, or tooth extraction. While we try to create the best experience possible, sometimes a visit to the dentist is still overwhelming for children. Laughing gas, or nitrous oxide, helps take a lot of that anxiety away.

With the use of modern technology, wearing thyroid-blocking aprons, and safe x-ray taking practices, it’s never been safer to have dental radiographs taken.

It’s not uncommon for a very young child to claim their tooth is loose. It’s exciting to lose teeth, especially with the promised tooth fairy rewards! But at what age is it common to start wiggling teeth out? When do you know there’s a problem?

Teething can transform babies from peaceful bundles of joy to wailing bundles of rage. But teething is probably the most painful naturally-occurring process to ever happen in the human mouth, so let’s give them some credit. Here are some quick tips to help you prepare for this inevitable phase of your baby’s growth.

The name “Fluoride” sounds like a scary, man-made additive, but it is actually a very natural substance. Fluoride is the ionized form of fluorine, an abundant element commonly found in nature and the earth’s very crust. It is not added to our drinking water, but rather picked up through rocks and minerals as the water passes through various soils during the filtration process.

If you’re looking for ways to help your teen keep their teeth, you’re in the right place. As board-certified Idaho Falls pediatric dentists and Pocatello pediatric dentists, we’ve got your back on helping keep your maturing children conscious of their dental hygiene.

Baby teeth are not permanent and are just going to fall out eventually. So why bother fixing them at all? It may be tempting to wait until your child’s permanent teeth come in, but this could be detrimental to their health. Here are just a few reasons why fixing baby teeth is important:

Being a parent is tough and there is so much to learn! We know it can be overwhelming, and while we don’t have all the answers, we can help you take care of your baby’s teeth!

The American Dental Association recommends being seen by your dentist every 6 months. These 6-month increments are especially important for children. From the time your child’s first tooth erupts through the gum, they should be seeing a dentist…

Some children might be worried about biting down on food or accidentally swallowing the loose tooth when drinking their chocolate milk in the morning. Taking the time to talk to your child about their loose tooth can help them feel assured that it’s a very normal process that everyone goes through. You might even help ease their minds with some Tooth Fairy talk and encouragement.