Check out the story on Dr. Baker, Sister and Sugar on WIAT-TV at the link below. Dr. Baker discussed the importance of comfort dogs in easing stress and anxiety in children. Watch here: Dr. Baker, Sister and Sugar on WIAT-TV
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Store Bought Mouthguards vs. Those Made by Your Dentist Did you know there is a drastic difference between store bought mouthguards and those custom fit and created by Dr. Baker Chambliss? Summer sports are popular in the Birmingham area and the infographic below shares some interesting findings regarding mouthguards. At Medplex Pediatric Dentistry, we believe
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Teen Dental Issues There are several oral health issues that uniquely affect teens. From experimentation with tobacco and oral piercings to eating disorders, wisdom tooth eruption and braces, adolescence introduces a whole new set of oral health concerns. The following article adapted from MouthHealthy.org talks to teens about how to be proactive with negative behaviors
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Some people can see their baby sucking its thumb as early as a mid-pregnancy ultrasound. Thumbsucking is very common and usually cures itself between the ages of 3 and 6 years-old. Prolonged thumb-sucking may cause the teeth to become improperly aligned (malocclusion) or push the teeth outward. This usually corrects itself when the child stops thumb-sucking. Another complication may
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When to Expect Different Phases of Tooth Eruption If your child is an infant and teething right now, the process may seem never-ending. However, after the first phase of baby tooth eruption, teething continues, as baby teeth become permanent teeth and wisdom teeth arrive. Thankfully, permanent and wisdom teeth seem to cause less pain, and
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Schedule Two Pediatric Dental Cleanings Per Year Twice-yearly dental checkup appointments are particularly important for children because as they grow, their bodies change, leading to different dental needs and exposure to different conditions. A pediatric dental check-up typically includes: Teeth cleaning to remove plaque buildup – we offer several flavors to get your child excited
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Types of Periodontal Disease in Children Periodontal disease can strike young children, but many forms can increase prevalence during adolescence. Periodontal disease is caused when bacteria in plaque (a sticky, colorless film that forms in the mouth) builds up between the gums and teeth. When the bacteria begin to grow, the gums surrounding the tooth
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Every child anxiously awaits the arrival of the Easter Bunny and that coveted Easter basket. Unfortunately, sometimes they can include an overabundance of candy and unhealthy snacks. We don’t want to deprive your little ones of sweet treats but have some suggestions for how to make healthy Easter baskets that are still just as fun.
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Even though baby teeth fall out, they are just as important to care for as your child’s permanent ones. After all, baby teeth lay the groundwork for where your child’s permanent teeth will reside forever! Baby teeth have a thinner enamel than permanent teeth. It’s important to practice good oral health habits early, so problems
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Check out our new X-Ray machine! No more uncomfortable bitewings or awkward positions. Now we can capture your child’s entire mouth in a single image. This includes the teeth, upper and lower jaws, surrounding structures and tissues. To make sure the machine worked well enough for our pediatric dental patients, Dr. Chambliss tested it on one
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