Whether it’s a primary or permanent tooth, chips and breaks can happen. Many tooth chips can be repaired but there are important steps you can take at home to protect the tooth before you get to see the dentist. A quick response by parents can sometimes mean the difference between preserving the tooth and losing …
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One of the healthiest things children can do for their teeth in addition to brushing and flossing twice a day is drinking plenty of water! You may be surprised by some of the benefits associated with drinking water. When we drink water, it flushes our system of waste, distributes nutrients, helps our skin and keeps …
Q. We are approaching summer, the time of year when my kids have more opportunities to make unhealthy drink and snack choices. How do I maintain my child’s oral health around all these new opportunities to consume energy drinks, ice cream cones and snoballs? A. Summer is a time for rest and relaxation. So, we …
PEDIATRIC DENTAL ASSOCIATES OPENS SIXTH LOCATION New Office in Hoover Expands Availability of Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic Care HOOVER, Ala., JUNE 2, 2022 – Pediatric Dental Associates, the premiere providers of pediatric health services in Alabama, today announced it has opened its sixth location and second in Hoover. Led by Drs. Baker Chambliss and Ben …
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As the season of spring goes into full swing, so may your child’s allergies. Oral health can be affected by allergies, so it’s important to be aware of certain symptoms your child may present to determine if their allergies require them to go to the dentist. Common side effects of seasonal allergies include dry mouth, …
Blood is gushing everywhere, and your child is hysterical with a mouth that looks like it could have come straight out of a horror movie! When teeth get knocked out unwillingly, they can create quite the scary image. Taking steps in the following steps in this type of emergency can save your child’s smile. STAY …
You’ve fought what seemed like an endless battle to get your toddler to brush his or her teeth and then they take it to the next level because that toothbrush seems like a permanent fixture in their mouth. There’s no telling where they’ve put that toothbrush before it goes in there, but toddlers seem to …
If you are calling for help because you think your child may be teething, we asked our dentists their recommendations for easing teething pain: Relieve Teething Pain They typically suggest patients try these four ways of relieving discomfort. Chewing toys – plastic or rubber toys that at teething age, kids will inevitably put in their …
Believe it or not, gum disease is quite common among U.S. adults. A recent CDC report found that 47% of adults aged 30 years and older have some form of gum disease. That number increases as you age, jumping up to 70% of adults aged 65 years and older. While advanced gum disease is not …
When it comes to fighting tooth decay, fluoride is a good weapon to have in your arsenal. It’s a common ingredient in most toothpaste brands and found in many municipal drinking water sources. However, there is quite a bit of misinformation out there surrounding fluoride. As a parent, you may be concerned whether fluoride is …