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Routine dental visits like checkups and cleanings are just as important for children as they are for adults. However, what most people do not understand is just how different it is to treat a younger patient. While family/general dentists are happy to see all ages, they don’t have the same extensive knowledge and hands-on training with infants, children, and teens that pediatric dentists do. Read on to learn more about the… (Read More)

The last day of school for Loudoun County Public Schools is June 14th, which means summertime is just around the corner! Whether you have a fun beach vacation planned or are looking forward to relaxing with your child at home, this shift in their schedule and diet could lead to unexpected surprises, like cavities. However, with the proper preventive steps in place, you can rest assured that your favorite smile stays happy… (Read More)

With the summer quickly approaching and sports camps in the near future, safety is key. The National Youth Sports Safety Foundation estimates that over three million teeth are knocked out every year during youth sporting events. In order to save your favorite smile from the same fate, reliable protection is a must. Below, you can learn more about the different types of mouthguards for children and how they can help minimize… (Read More)

Nobody hands you a guidebook for what to do in your child’s first year of life. Besides, every baby varies so greatly, no one-size-fits-all instruction manual would be helpful! However, certain important visits, like early vaccinations and their first dental appointments, are crucial in order to help them grow to be healthy and strong. The problem is many new parents are not sure when they should start scheduling routine examinations with… (Read More)

As a parent, navigating the facts and fiction of what you hear on the internet, in parent blogs, and from others can be difficult. It can blur the lines between what you know to be good for your child, and what others believe is right. Finding the truth among all of this can be difficult, especially when it comes to hot topics like dental X-rays for children. While some deem dental X-rays unsafe,… (Read More)

The new year is here, and you are likely starting to get back into the swing of the school year now that your child’s winter break is over. One of the best ways to start them off on the right foot is by scheduling their routine dental checkup and cleaning early in the year. This can not only ensure that you are able to get the most out of your dental… (Read More)

Nobody hands parents a how-to book on navigating the basic, everyday tasks for their child’s life. From dropping them off on their first day of school to teaching them how to brush their teeth, many parents learn how to navigate these lessons and moments by speaking with their support systems and pediatric experts.

Building healthy routines, especially good oral hygiene practices, can help your little one avoid cavities and other serious… (Read More)

Lip and tongue ties have become more commonly diagnosed among both babies and children. In fact, the Mayo Clinic estimates that up to 10 percent of all newborns are born with ankyloglossia (the clinical term for tongue ties). This occurs when the frenum, which is a small strip of soft tissue that connects the lips to the gums or the tongue to the floor of the mouth, is overgrown or is… (Read More)

Back-to-school season is here, so you are likely purchasing your little one a new bookbag, taking them in for their annual physical with their pediatrician, and making sure that they are ready to start the school year off on the right foot. However, studies show there is something else which is just as important that your child needs to help them succeed both socially and academically, and that is a routine… (Read More)

As a parent, your emotional response to seeing your child hurting can have a profound impact on your ability to act quickly and effectively, especially in the midst of a dental emergency. With a trusted pediatric dentist to help guide you along the way, the process can become immensely easier. Whether your little one has just knocked out their tooth, has a painful toothache that will not seem to go away,… (Read More)