Two Tips To Help You Find The Right Dentist For Your Toddler

If you're thinking of taking your toddler to the dentist, you're making a good decision.  A pediatric dentist can help ensure that your baby's teeth are coming in at the right pace, and your child will start to build healthy dental habits that they can carry with them throughout their lives.  However, it's vitally important that you select the dentist that will be the best choice for your child.  Use this information to learn more about two tips that can help you find the right dentist for your toddler. Read More 

Cosmetic Dentists In Smile Train: How You Can Participate

Smile Train is the dental version of Doctors without Borders. This group travels the world over looking to perform several cleft lip and palate surgeries every year. Because part of these surgeries also involves restoring the functional use of a child's teeth while installing some implants for missing teeth, you (as a dentist) could get involved. Even if you cannot travel with the group to help, there are other ways for dentists to participate in charities like this one. Read More 

How To Prepare A Young Child For Their First Dental Cleaning

Dental cleanings are simply a part of life for any adult who follows their dentist's advice for good oral health care. They should be done at least once every six months along with a general check-up to ensure that you continue enjoying healthy teeth and gums. Preventative care is the best way to stay well after all. However, a young child who has not yet had their first dental cleaning may be a bit frightened by the idea. Read More 

Gaining The Appearance Of Straight Teeth Without Worsening Your TMJ

If you have temporomandibular joint disorder, chances are you experience pain, stiffness, and popping in the joints. Unfortunately, braces can potentially worsen this problem, so you may feel like having straighter-looking teeth isn't a possibility. You'll be glad to know that it's still possible to improve the appearance of your smile without having to risk worsening your TMJ disorder. Read on to learn why braces aren't a good idea, and how you can improve your smile without them. Read More 

3 Dental Treatment Options For A Germinated First, Second, Or Third Molar

A germinated tooth is one oversized tooth that has a crevice down the middle that makes the tooth look like two fused together. Each section shares the same lower portion of the root canal but separate at the upper pulp chambers that house the sensitive nerve and tissue cells that keep the tooth alive. The size and health of a germinated tooth can cause issues for surrounding teeth. When the affected tooth is a molar, the course of treatment depends on the type of molar, the size of the germinated tooth, and the health of that tooth. Read More