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My child has cavities, but aren’t these teeth just going to fall out anyway?

Baby teeth are very important to normal dental development in children. They help to hold space and guide adult teeth into place. Not treating dental caries in children can result in toothaches, pain, possible infection, and even medical emergency. Teeth that are not treated will need to be extracted resulting...

August 17, 2014
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My child just knocked their tooth out! What do I do?

Recover the tooth. Do not touch the tooth roots! Handle the crown only. Gently rinse off dirt and debris with water. Do not scrub or scrape the tooth. For older children, insert the tooth into its original socket using gentle pressure, or encourage the child to place the tooth in...

August 17, 2014
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My child is anxious about visiting the dentist. How can I help him or her?

You can help your child by ensuring that you are speaking about the dentist and dental visits in a positive way. Assure your child that the dentist is a friend, and will help take care of their teeth. Avoid using negative language or body language around your child, as they...

August 17, 2014
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When should I take my child to the dentist for the first time?

The ADA recommends bringing your child to the dentist for the first visit by their first birthday. Starting a healthy oral care routine includes regular visits to the dentist every 6 months as well as an effective home care routine for your baby or child can help prevent cavities and...

August 17, 2014
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Is Nitrous Oxide Safe for my child?

Yes. Nitrous Oxide, also known as “laughing gas,” is a safe and effective conscious sedation technique for both adults and children to help patients feel relaxed, relieve dental anxiety, and help make certain dental procedures easy and stress-free for patients. Nitrous oxide may also be used in combinations with other...

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