Caring for Your Child’s Smile

As their primary caregiver, one of the most important aspects of bringing your child in for their first dental visit is learning how best to care for their teeth. We are happy to show you how to clean their mouth daily and answer any questions or concerns you may have about their oral hygiene. We can also spot check for... read more »

Helping Your Child Feel at Ease at the Dentist Office

Bringing your child in for their first dental visit early in their life is so they get used to being in a dental office and won’t get nervous. Once your child is older than two, depending on their temperament and personality, they might experience anxiety at the different sights and sounds. At this age, the goal of the first visit... read more »

The Tooth Fairy Can Help Make Losing Baby Teeth Fun

If your child is nervous or anxious when it comes to losing their baby teeth, then our pediatric dentists, Dr. Jessie Hunter and Dr. Karen Coe, encourage you to introduce them to the Tooth Fairy. The Tooth Fairy is a mythical creature that can make losing little baby teeth more fun! She visits children all around the world when they... read more »

Teething Rings: Are They Safe?

Do you have a teething young infant? In trying to find ways to help soothe your child’s discomfort have you landed on teething rings? While some of them have been used for years, and can be great at soothing an uncomfortable child, teething rings may not be safe if they are not used in a certain manner. Here are some... read more »

How to Keep Your Child’s Smile Free From Enamel Erosion

Your child deserves a strong and healthy smile. Unfortunately, there are many things in the world today that can threaten your child’s teeth and gums and cause damage. It’s best to help your child avoid those dental issues as much as possible. Today, our dentists, Dr. Jessie Hunter and Dr. Karen Coe, are happy to teach you how to help... read more »

Sealants Can Help Prevent Cavities

Teaching our children to brush and floss is always important for good oral health. Did you know that having sealants applied to your child’s molars can protect teeth from decay by smoothing out natural pits and fissures in teeth? They help protect teeth from plaque and acids that can cause dental problems down the road. Early Application We recommend applying... read more »

Increased Fluoride Can Help Strengthen Tooth Enamel

The hard outer tooth enamel layer on each of your child's teeth provides them with the ability to bite off and chew food. It also serves to protect the sensitive dentin, pulp and other core structures of the tooth. Having a pediatric dentist like Dr. Jessie Hunter and Dr. Karen Coe perform a dental checkup will help to detect any... read more »

Reverse Poor Oral Hygiene with Teething Treatments

One of the most common issues that arise with the pediatric care of a child is through a condition known as teething. Teasing is common for every single child as it is the process in which teeth erupt above the gum line in their mouth. However, this process can often be painful or uncomfortable with children and can lead to... read more »

Preventing Tooth Decay in Your Child’s Smile

The number one enemy of your child’s smile is tooth decay. No child looks forward to receiving dental treatment as a result of advanced tooth decay in their teeth. Fortunately, we can help you prevent dental cavities in your child’s teeth and protect their dental health. First, we encourage you to ensure that you or your child cleans their smile... read more »