Maintaining your child's oral health is crucial for their overall well-being, and sometimes, it may be necessary to consider tooth extractions. While the idea of extracting your child's teeth may seem daunting, several valid reasons make it a viable option for ensuring their dental health. 1-Severe Tooth Decay: One of the primary reasons for pediatric tooth extractions is severe tooth... read more »
Summer is a time for relaxation, outdoor activities and family vacations. It's also an ideal time to prioritize your child's dental health, particularly if they require orthodontic treatment. Getting your child's smile treated with orthodontics during the summer months offers numerous advantages that can make the process easier and more convenient for both you and your child. More Free Time... read more »
Daylight Savings isn't the only clock that has been running out! In the dental insurance world, the clock is ticking as time is running out to use up your child's dental insurance benefits. The clock runs out on December 31st, so if you haven't used the benefits you've already paid for, you will lose them by the end of this... read more »
Our final stop on the path to strong and healthy teeth is a conversation with Dr. Nanda from Sugarbug Orthodontics – covering all your questions about braces. INTERVIEWER: Hi, Dr. Nanda – thanks so much for sharing your time with us! Let’s start with the basics – what’s the average age a child gets braces? DR. NANDA: When kids come... read more »
If your child needs to have their teeth aligned but are too shy to wear traditional braces, now they can have their teeth straightened discreetly with the help of Invisalign® Teen clear aligners! They can straighten their teeth with confidence when smiling for yearbook photos and on their social media platforms as there are no embarrassing metal brackets or wires... read more »
Did you know that your child may need early orthodontic treatment even though they still have some baby teeth? Known as “interceptive” treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) says that a child's first orthodontic check-up should be done when a problem is initially discovered and definitely no later than age 7. At that age, they will have enough of... read more »