Pediatric Dentist Blog

Brushing tends to receive most of the attention when parents begin teaching children about oral hygiene, but toothbrushes cannot clean every surface of every tooth.

Few situations are more frightening for a parent than seeing their child experience an injury, especially when it involves the mouth or teeth.

For many children, visiting the dentist can feel unfamiliar or even intimidating. New environments, unfamiliar sounds, and uncertainty about what to expect may create feelings of nervousness.

A child’s mouth changes rapidly throughout growth and development, and many important dental milestones happen long before all the permanent teeth appear.

Many adults remember feeling nervous about dental visits as children, and today’s parents often worry their own children may experience the same fear.

Dr. Brea weighs in Mouth taping can be used under the guidance of a myofunctional therapist to force nasal breathing instead of mouth breathing.

Children’s teeth and jaws undergo rapid development throughout childhood. As these structures grow and change, certain dental concerns may arise that require specialized care.

Early childhood dental care lays the foundation for a lifetime of oral health.