by Michigan Dentist | Aug 6, 2019 | Children's Dentistry, Dental Checkup
Sedation and anesthesia, which are used to relax patients and alleviate pain, carry risks for both adults and children. So, it is important for parents to understand the benefits and drawbacks, be knowledgeable on the various options, and learn what information your...
by Michigan Dentist | Jun 27, 2019 | Children's Dentistry, Dental Checkup
For most persons, the first time they will get a dental x-ray is as a child. In spite of their remarkable ability to replace lost teeth, kids actually need these examinations done on a more consistent basis than we do as adults. Do children need to undergo routine...
by Michigan Dentist | May 9, 2019 | Children's Dentistry, Dental Checkup
There’s really no time that’s too early to start encouraging good dental habits for your kids. Starting your kids early on good dental hygiene can prevent pain, damage, and embarrassment for them later in life. Habits are easier to form younger than to force on your...
by Michigan Dentist | Apr 23, 2019 | Children's Dentistry, Dental Checkup
Baby teeth are an incredibly important part of dental health in children. Their presence helps teach children how to chew, how to properly speak, and serve as space holders until their permanent, adult teeth come in. Despite the fact that baby teeth are lost at some...
by Michigan Dentist | Nov 19, 2018 | Children's Dentistry, Dental Checkup
There have been many advances in dentistry over the years, from the introduction of fluoride in drinking water, which dramatically reduced tooth decay in the United States, to the introduction of dental implants and clear braces. Another advance in dentistry, which is...
by Michigan Dentist | Aug 28, 2018 | Children's Dentistry
You are never too young to get a cavity. In fact, babies can get them. It is called Baby Bottle Tooth Decay and occurs when milk and juice from bottles pool in a baby’s mouth, especially at night. The prolonged exposure of sugary liquids causes cavities. Another cause...
