September is National Gum Care Month, a great time to shine the spotlight on an often-overlooked part of your child’s oral health: their gums! While we tend to focus on brushing and flossing teeth, healthy gums are equally important for preventing oral issues down the road. Teaching your child good gum care habits early on can help them maintain a... read more »
As the school year approaches, ensuring your child is prepared academically is typically a top priority. But as a pediatric dental office, we know that a healthy smile plays an equally vital role in your child’s success. Check out our essential dental tips to help your child have a successful school year: 1-Start the Year with a Dental Checkup A... read more »
Interceptive orthodontics, also known as Phase I orthodontics, is a proactive approach to addressing dental issues early in children. This form of treatment typically begins between ages six and ten, during the mixed dentition phase when both primary (baby) teeth and permanent teeth, coexist. Early intervention can significantly reduce the severity of orthodontic problems that may arise later. The primary... read more »
Does your child grind their teeth or clench their jaw at night? This nocturnal habit can lead to tooth sensitivity and enamel erosion, but wearing a night guard can help prevent your child from damaging their teeth, jaw and bite. Our Sugarbug Dental team offers mouthguards that are custom crafted for the most comfortable fit for your child. Why Do... read more »
Your child's teeth have their own schedule for coming in preparing the way for adult teeth later. Still, these baby teeth are important because they maintain the space in their jaw for the adult teeth to finish developing and emerge when ready. If the primary tooth is unhealthy because of deep tooth decay or injury impacting the soft tissues (pulp)... read more »
When it comes to your child's smile, you may be surprised if our pediatric dentist recommends a dental crown to fix a damaged tooth. But there are good reasons for your child to get a crown, such as when a tooth is severely decayed, preventing a dental filling from being the best solution. Your child's teeth might suffer if they... 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 »
If your child is getting ready to start the new school year, we hope they have had, or will soon have, their first routine dental exam and cleaning for the year. This will help ensure they don't miss school due to cavities or other potential dental issues. But what about your infant or toddler? Did you know it's just as... read more »