As a top-rated pediatric dentist in Idaho Falls, Dr. Higham gives a few tips on how to prepare your child for their next dental visit:
Read MoreFor patients under 3 years of age, the first couple visits are going to be mostly parent education, what they should and should not be doing as far as brushing, diet, etc. We do a quick exam, the child sits on their parent's lap, and we apply a fluoride treatment…
Read MoreIf it is on the bottom front, it is very common, and most likely will correct itself. We usually wait a few months before talking about doing any treatment as far as taking that tooth out, the tongue will push the permanent tooth…
Read MoreWe offer nitrous, or laughing gas, for kids who can cooperate in office for treatment, we also do in office sedation for smaller cases that the kids are more nervous then most, and also do treatment under general anesthesia…
Read MoreYes! We are one of the few pediatric dental offices in Idaho Falls and Pocatello that accept existing and new medicaid.
Read MoreYes! We are taking new patients (including medicaid) at each of our locations (Idaho Falls and Pocatello)
Read MoreGive us a call and we will schedule an appointment at your convenience to re-cement the crown in place.
Read MoreWe recommend a first visit by age one or 6 months after 1st tooth erupts.
Read MoreYou can help your child avoid dental emergencies. Child-proof your home to avoid injuries from falls. Always use car seats and seat belts. If your child plays contact sports, have him or her wear a mouth guard…
Read MoreIf your child’s braces, space maintainer, or other appliance suddenly broke, here’s a quick list on what to do. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us!
Read MoreUsually over-the-counter preparations bring relief until sores heal. Because some serious diseases can begin as sores, let us know if sores worsen and/or persist.
Read MoreHave child bite down on clean, folded gauze or cloth over the bleeding area for 15 minutes. Repeat once if necessary. If bleeding continues, give us a call.
Read MoreApply ice to injured areas to help control swelling. If there is bleeding, apply firm but gentle pressure with a gauze or cloth. If bleeding does not stop after 15 minutes…
Read MoreContact us during business hours. This is not usually an emergency and in most cases no treatment is necessary. DO NOT reinsert the tooth.
Read MoreLocate the missing tooth and hold it by the crown (the part visible in the mouth), not by the root. You may rinse the tooth with water only. DO NOT clean with soap, scrub or handle the tooth unnecessarily. Inspect the tooth for fractures…
Read MoreContact us immediately. Quick action can save the tooth, prevent infection and reduce the need for extensive dental treatment. Rinse the mouth…
Read MoreRinse the mouth with warm salt water and inspect the teeth to be sure there is nothing caught between them. Take acetaminophen for pain and call your dentist. If face is swollen, apply a cold compress and see a pediatric dentist immediately.
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