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When parents think about dental crowns, it is usually not because their child needs one, but because they need one. This restorative treatment option can be just as typical for kids as it is for adults! With an estimated 20 percent of children between five and 11 years old having at least one untreated decayed tooth (according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), dental crowns for kids are not uncommon.… (Read More)

As a parent, there is nobody more invested in your child’s oral health than you. After all, their smile is your favorite one to see! However, with so much information at your fingertips, it can sometimes be difficult to tell facts from fiction. Read on to learn four common myths about kids’ dental health debunked by a pediatric dentist in Leesburg.

Have you recently learned from your child’s pediatric dentist that they need a dental crown in Leesburg? Although hearing that your top agent requires dental treatment can be scary or anxiety-inducing, rest assured that their pediatric dentist has both you and your child’s best interests at heart. If your fear is fueled by myths about the procedure, it is time to transform those myths into fact so you can better understand the… (Read More)

There are so many unknowns when it comes to your child’s oral hygiene and health: how much toothpaste should you use, what sized toothbrush should you use and at what age, when should they transition to an electric toothbrush, the list is endless! These are all important questions, but for now, let’s just focus on when it is the best time to transition your child from using a manual to an… (Read More)

Did you know that your child’s smile started developing before they were born? Primary/baby teeth begin developing in the womb and become visible within the first 6-12 months after birth. These primary teeth will eventually fall out and be replaced by permanent teeth starting around age 5 and continue well into adulthood. From infancy to adulthood, taking excellent care of both the primary and permanent teeth is crucial to prevent common (Read More)

Cavities are a pesky and persistent dental problem for children. Fortunately, today, there are a number of ways to combat them, and even new preventive methods being discovered each day! A study published in March of 2024 in JAMA Pediatrics wanted to take a deeper dive into how silver diamine fluoride (SDF), an FDA-approved treatment for dental sensitivity, could actually help prevent cavities. When compared to the go-to treatment of dental… (Read More)

It can be hard to get the honest facts about hotly debated oral health topics, making it difficult for parents to make the best decision for their children’s health and wellness. Trusting the professionals, like your child’s pediatric dentist in Leesburg, can help. Fluoride is one of those topics that has a wealth of misinformation surrounding it. Read on to learn what exactly fluoride is, what it can do, and when… (Read More)

Visiting the dentist as a child can be daunting, especially if your child is still building a relationship with their pediatric dental team. Add on the fact that they need a procedure like a frenectomy or dental crown, and it could lead to fear and a flat-out refusal to go back! Fortunately, there are a number of advanced techniques and technologies that your pediatric dentist in Leesburg implements to make a treatment… (Read More)

During your child’s regular six-month visits, their pediatric dentist in Leesburg not only completes a cleaning for them, but also works to ensure that you are advised and educated about the many preventable and manageable oral health conditions children face. Read on to learn about four frequent dental concerns that affect children and how you can help prevent or treat them as a parent.

Being a parent means asking important questions, like whether dental sedation is safe for your child. Your pediatric dentist in Leesburg will understand your concern and thoroughly address all of the questions you have, helping you feel comfortable and confident investing in nitrous oxide, oral conscious medication, intravenous (IV) sedation, or general anesthesia. Read on to learn more about the ins-and-outs of children’s dental sedation and whether it is safe for… (Read More)