When your child completes their time in braces, they will need to wear a retainer to keep the aligned teeth in their new position. Without the help of a retainer, the teeth will shift back into their old places and affect the bite’s function and look. At Sugarbug Dental, we...
Read more » In honor of October's National Dental Hygiene month, Sugarbug Dental & Orthodontics joins the rest of the country in encouraging the daily oral care practice that will help promote your child's healthy teeth and gums as their smiles develop. We also acknowledge the hard work our dental hygienists put forth...
Read more » There are dental visits where your child could benefit from sedation dentistry to make their experience more comfortable for them. If you are visiting Sugarbug Dental, we are pleased to offer sedation dentistry options in Oxnard, CA. Whether we are performing a pulpotomy, extracting a tooth or your child is...
Read more » Daily life can get very busy from time to time. Sometimes it can get so busy that when your child loses one of their teeth, you may wake up one morning and realize the Tooth Fairy missed a certain appointment with a certain young person. If your children feel disappointed,...
Read more » Now that school is approaching, so does a very busy schedule. Do you and your child want to maintain a strong and healthy smile this coming fall? If so, our dentist, Dr. Armand Begian, strongly encourages you to develop good dental habits that help both of your teeth and gums....
Read more » Welcome to Sugarbug Dental & Orthodontics online! Our friendly team is here to give your child the exceptional dental care they need in a friendly, caring environment. One of the most important things you can do to maintain your child's healthy smile is to bring them in routinely for dental...
Read more » As you may have already discovered, dental emergencies aren't exactly fun. Whether your child has just chipped a tooth or a tooth knocked out of the socket from an injury, dental emergencies can put a damper on the day, especially if your child is frightened from the trauma. Fortunately, there...
Read more » What do you do when your young child refuses to brush or floss their teeth? If getting them to practice good oral care is getting old, there's hope. When it comes to motivating anyone (especially children), often setting an example works. Brushing and flossing together and making it a game...
Read more » When you’re faced with what you should drink with a meal, water is always the best answer for your oral health. Water is important for your physical health as well as your oral health. By making sure you are getting enough water throughout the day, you can help protect your...
Read more » Did you know pregnancy can affect the teeth, gums and oral health? Well, it’s true, unfortunately. Pregnancy can cause many dental problems if you’re not careful, which is why our team, strongly encourages you to keep your smile in mind while you wait to meet your little one. There are...
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