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31Jan, 2014

Taking care of an autistic child (or a child with any type of developmental disability) presents unique challenges for dental care providers as well as parents. Children with autism can fall anywhere on the autism spectrum and therefore will have various needs.

As is true for any child, it is very important to make sure autistic children have access to quality dental care. Here are some ways to make sure he or she receives the very best oral health care possible.

26Jan, 2014

6 Common Dental Questions Asked by Parents and Caregivers

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It is the responsibility of parents and caregivers to make sure their children have access to quality oral health care and practice good oral hygiene. Here are six questions they often have about their child’s dental health.

17Jan, 2014

4 Causes of Tooth Decay

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Tooth decay occurs when plaque forms on the teeth. Plaque is a film created by bacteria that sits on the teeth and eventually causes damage if it is not removed. Plaque contains acids that eat away at tooth enamel, creating small holes called cavities. As the process continues, the tooth becomes infected and the patient may lose the tooth.

3Dec, 2013

Special Needs Dentistry for Your Kids and Teens

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Smiles 4 Keeps provides high quality dental care for kids and teens with special needs. We operate with the understanding that providing this type of care often requires extra time and attention to detail, and we are committed to providing each patient with the best dental care possible.

15Oct, 2013

Son or Daughter Doesn’t Like Going to Dentist? 4 Ways Caregivers Can Help!

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Many children feel nervous about going to the dentist, which can make appointments difficult. However, there are things parents and caregivers can do to make kids feel more at ease about dental appointments.

Here are four ways to help your son or daughter feel better about going to the dentist.

3Oct, 2013

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Tooth decay is a serious concern for pediatric dentists as well as parents, and for good reason. The baby teeth not only enable the child to eat, speak, and smile, but they also reserve space for the adult teeth. Tooth decay at an early age can have lasting effects on a child’s oral health.

Therefore, it is very important to prevent decay as much as possible.

4Sep, 2013

When Should Children Get Their First Dental X-rays?

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Many parents know that it is important to begin taking their children to the dentist by the time they reach their first birthday or a first tooth has come in.

However, parents often wonder when their children should get their first dental X-rays during examinations.

22Aug, 2013

Is Thumb Sucking Bad for Babies and Kids?

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Thumb sucking is a quite common habit in babies and young children. However, many parents and caregivers worry that their children may face consequences from thumb sucking, such as “buck teeth.”

While this fear isn’t completely unfounded, many children who suck their thumbs do so without consequence.

13Aug, 2013

When to Schedule Your Baby’s First Dentist Appointment

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It may seem unnecessary to take your child to a pediatric dentist when he or she has only a few teeth or none at all. However, seeing a dentist early on is of utmost importance to your child’s oral health.

Parents should schedule their babies’ first dentist appointments by the first birthday, or when the first teeth erupt.

2Aug, 2013

Why Should Decay Be Removed From Baby Teeth?

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Decay begins when the acids in foods and beverages attack the teeth and break down the enamel, leaving the teeth vulnerable and weakened.

Patients of any age can suffer from tooth decay, but for one particular group – babies – the condition needs to be closely monitored.

Pediatric Dentistry + Braces

How to Take Care of an Autistic Child’s Oral Health

6 Common Dental Questions Asked by Parents and Caregivers

4 Causes of Tooth Decay

Special Needs Dentistry for Your Kids and Teens

Son or Daughter Doesn’t Like Going to Dentist? 4 Ways Caregivers Can Help!

[:en]3 Benefits of Dental Sealants[:es]3 Beneficios de selladores dentales[:]

When Should Children Get Their First Dental X-rays?

Is Thumb Sucking Bad for Babies and Kids?

When to Schedule Your Baby’s First Dentist Appointment

Why Should Decay Be Removed From Baby Teeth?