When you take your children to the dentist, most of the time all they’ll need is a cleaning, examination, and fixing problems like cavities. Cavities aren’t fun for kids to have or treat, but thankfully, help is available. If your child hasn’t had dental sealants before and you’re not sure if they’re worth the trouble, here’s what you need to know. What They Are Dental sealants are a thin layer of resin that’s applied to the surface of teeth.…
Read More »Family dentists care for dental patients of all ages. Thus, even if your family includes young children and older adults, all of your household members can visit the same dental provider. Here are a few age-related dental issues and the treatments that a family dentist may provide to help prevent or remedy them. Pediatric Dental Decay Children may develop cavities more frequently than adults because kids tend to prefer candy, chips, and sweet drinks that feed oral bacteria.…
Read More »You probably know the importance of disclosing any existing or newly diagnosed medical conditions to your dentist. Seemingly unrelated conditions can affect your oral health, and your dentist needs to be sure that any proposed forms of dental treatment aren’t in conflict with any treatment that might be in use for the medical condition in question. The same applies to your child. Most children diagnosed with asthma display symptoms by the age of five, with a conclusive diagnosis following shortly afterwards.…
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