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A Parents Primer For Pediatric Dental Hygiene

Every parent’s first goal is to ensure their child grows healthy and happy. While much focus is on the child’s medical and mental health, oral health tends to get second billing. Many parents aren’t aware that dental care begins before the child is born. Smiling Kids Pediatric Dentistry knows that new parents are often overwhelmed […]

How Do Pediatric Dentists Manage Infant Oral Health?

Being a parent can be a confusing time. The questions and potential issues can be challenging for new parents. New parents usually think about what baby swing is best, what pediatrician to visit, when they should start a college fund, what breakfasts to serve, and how to care for their teeth. How Do Pediatric Dentists […]

How To Care For Your Newborn’s Gums

Did you know that babies are born with 20 teeth underneath their gums? While your infant’s first tooth won’t show up until they’re around six months, your newborn’s gums are just as vulnerable to bacteria, and it’s essential to take care of their gums right away to ensure that their teeth come in healthy. Parents […]

Why You Should Get Perinatal Checkups

As a future mother, starting a family is a beautiful moment that can last a lifetime. However, pregnancy comes with its challenges, and one of the most significant challenges women face while pregnant is maintaining their dental health. Most of all, your newborn will have to have a healthcare plan, meaning they will also need […]

All You Need To Know About Pediatric Dentistry

From the first day, we enter the world, how our overall health cares matters. This includes our oral health. Even before our first primary tooth has pushed its way through the gum, numerous factors can impact our smile. After the arrival of this first tooth, it becomes even more essential that our oral health receives […]

What Are Temporary Anchorage Devices and How Do They Help Move Your Teeth?

Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADS) are titanium implants used during orthodontic care. They are similar in shape to screws and can remain in place for several months following implantation. The type of treatment being performed determines the length of time they remain in place. They aim to provide a fixed and stable point that your dentist […]

Why Mail-In Orthodontic Aligners Can Worsen Your Oral Health

Among all the options dentists can provide for your child, braces are often the least exciting and least sought out by parents. Braces can be bothersome, time-consuming, and costly to maintain. However, they still play a vital role in children’s dental health, especially if they face heavy misalignments that impact their oral health. In recent […]

Getting your children started on good dental habits can be a significant challenge, especially if they aren’t used to the idea of brushing and flossing yet. But developing these habits is one of the best preventative measures we have against the onset of gum disease and cavities. To best get these habits in place, it […]

Our Strategies For Treating Children’s Orthodontic Pain

Having your child get braces is considered a healthy, lifelong investment into your child’s dental health but can also be one of the biggest challenges for your child growing up. It can especially be difficult during the first week or so of their new treatment, as they may complain about their teeth hurting often. While […]

Can Pediatric Crowns Be Used For Kids?

When we’re adults, it’s considered normal for people to get dental crowns. But for children, the idea of pediatric crowns is practically unheard of when it comes to dental treatment. But in some pediatric circles, pediatric crowns can be a useful way to address complex dental problems in children. So, what are pediatric crowns all […]