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Infant oral Care
22Mar

Infant oral care is more important than most parents realize.

  • If you are a parent of an infant and thinking you have years before your child will need to visit the dentist, think again!!   You should schedule your child’s first oral hygiene appointment when they reach their 1st birthday.
  • Dental problems in infants typically start from baby bottle decay or nursing.
  • Can gum disease strike little mouths too? Yep! Approximately half of all children between the ages of 2 and 3 have at least mild gum tissue inflammation.
  • Educate yourself on common infant oral care tips and daily hygiene needs to prevent common conditions.  Healthy teeth and gums play an early role in how your child learns to speak clearly, to chew food properly, and to share a confident smile with others.
  • Treat Teeth and Gums with Gentle Care

Infant oral care begins before you can even see tooth buds in your infant’s mouth. The sugars in the milk and juices he drinks and/or the sugars found in the solid foods he will later eat affect gum health. You play a pivotal role in the development of good oral habits by cleaning your infant’s gums right after he is born.

Cleaning Infant Gums…Do You Know How?

Before Teeth Erupt – Follow steps twice a day; after breakfast and before bed

  1. Begin by laying your infant comfortably on your lap so his head is close to your chest and you can see clearly into his mouth.
  2. Rub a clean, damp, washcloth along the baby’s upper and lower gums.

When Teeth Begin to Erupt

  1. Start brushing erupting teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush and water.
  2. Establish a regular schedule of infant oral care (brushing teeth/practicing flossing together) to help your child develop this healthy habit.
  3. Plan and schedule regular visits

 

Schedule an Infant Oral Care Exam Today!

Infant oral care exams with our pediatric dentist will help you prevent early gum disease and tooth decay keeping your little one’s mouth healthy and strong. Our patient education coupled with our expert staff, can help answer your questions and prepare you for all the upcoming oral milestones your infant–soon to be child–will experience. Learn dental health tips, or schedule an appointment with us at THE DENTIST Dental Clinic today.

Pediatric Dentist
22Mar

Kids are still growing and developing and have unique needs. This is why most people take their child to a pediatrician as opposed to their own primary care doctor. After all, a pediatrician specializes in caring for kids. Well, a pediatric dentist is like the pediatrician of the dentistry world. They have the knowledge and training to provide outstanding dental care to infants, children and teens, as well as those with special needs.

 

Pediatric dentists are experts in the unique oral health needs of children and teens and have an in-depth understanding of kids’ dental development. They’re trained in child behavior as well, allowing them to tailor their approach and techniques to kids from birth through adolescence.

 

What Do Pediatric Dentists Do?

The pediatric dentist at THE DENTIST Dental clinic offers comprehensive general and specialty dental care to kids. We can take care of all of their oral health needs in one place. Pediatric dentists offer:

  • Preventative dental care, such as comprehensive exams, dental cleanings and protective dental sealants
  • Diagnostics for early detection of issues while they’re still quick and easy to fix
  • Kids’ dental treatments for problems like cavities, dental injuries and gum disease, as well as treatments such as space maintainers and habit-breaking appliances
  • Education and advice to kids and parents on creating an excellent oral hygiene routine at home, diet, oral habits, including thumb sucking and pacifier use, and more
  • Care for kids and teens with special needs

 

 

Teeth of little one
22Mar

Just because your child’s primary teeth (also known as baby teeth), will eventually fall out, does not mean they’re not important

 

Here’s why!

  • These teeth are critical to your child’s health and development. They assist in the development of permanent teeth by saving space for them in the jaw. When a baby tooth is lost too early, the permanent teeth can drift into the empty space and make it difficult for other adult teeth to find room when they come in.

 

  • Baby teeth also help your child maintain good nutrition by permitting him/her to chew properly.

 

  • They aid in speech development.

 

  • They help children feel good about their smile and their appearance.

 

Dental decay can happen at any age, so be sure to visit the dentist within 6 months of your child’s first tooth appearing and definitely by age 1. Our team will check for cavities and any other pediatric dental problem, as well as show you how to clean your child’s teeth properly and handle any habits like thumb sucking or pacifier habits.

 

 

 

What happens if baby teeth aren’t taken care of?

 

  • Baby teeth can get cavities just like adult teeth. In addition to the pain caused by a cavity, young children can develop dental infections.

 

  • Tooth decay is a serious, infectious, and transmissible disease that can spread quickly and lead to infection or abscess.

 

  • If a tooth becomes infected and needs to be extracted, Our dentist will recommend inserting a space maintainer. If the space is not preserved, other teeth may drift, causing difficult-to-treat crowding and orthodontic problems when adult teeth come in.

 

Start early in showing your child how to take care of their teeth. Your child should develop the habit of brushing and flossing that will carry into adulthood.

Book your appointment today with our specialized Pediatric dentist at THE DENTIST Dental Clinic to know more about your child’s oral health.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dental Implant
22Mar

Dental implants have been an incredible breakthrough in dental technology. These devices are effective and reliable as a permanent replacement for missing or decayed teeth. Whether you’re replacing one tooth or many, you can rely on dental implants to improve both the function and appearance of your smile. Here are a few of the ways this technology can be implemented:

Single Tooth Replacement.

Dental implants can be used to replace a single decayed or damaged tooth. After removing the damaged tooth, we will implant a titanium screw in its place. Once the implant has healed and fused to your jawbone, we will place a custom-made crown over the device so that it blends perfectly with your smile. This natural-looking, durable prosthesis will act just like a natural tooth, and you can treat it like one too! Just keep up a healthy dental hygiene routine and your implant will last you a lifetime.

All-on-4.

The All-on-4 technique is an excellent method for those who require a full set of teeth. It is also great for those who might have limited jawbone density or volume, as this method only requires four dental implants! The process is simple: four dental implants will be inserted into the gums at an angle so as to make them sturdier and able to maximize the stability of each implant. Once these four implants have been placed, a new or existing denture will be attached to the screws that very same day. Once healed completely (in about 3-4 months), a brand-new set of teeth will be permanently affixed to the implants. There are many things to love about this system, including the minimal recovery time and low costs. All-on-Four is also very low-maintenance—you can eat whatever you’d like and only need to upkeep a simple dental hygiene routine to keep them in great shape. Patients love the All-on-4 system!

 

Implant-Supported Dentures.

Similar to All-on-4, implant-supported dentures secure your device through dental implant technology! You can have as few as two implants on the lower dentures to allow them to fit securely. These devices bring back normal function and a confident smile to those who are missing teeth. In fact, patients often comment that they wished they would have gotten dental implants sooner! This technology will greatly improve your quality of life.

Implant-Supported Bridges.

If you are missing several adjacent front teeth, an implant-supported bridge could be the perfect solution. Bridges supported by crowns are not always as effective for missing front teeth, as this can occasionally produce low quality aesthetic results and compromise your natural teeth. However, with implant-supported bridges, you can restore multiple teeth at a lower treatment cost. Your bridge will look completely natural and feel great.

If you would like to learn more about Dental Implants, just call The Dentist Dental clinic to set up your consultation today.

Pediatric dental emergenics
22Mar

Kids are active! So dental emergencies may happen. Facial trauma and damage to the teeth are often included in these dental emergency for kids.

ü  What To Do In Pediatric Dental Emergencies

We understand how important it is that your child receives emergency care, but until you can get him or her to our clinic, you may need some tips on how to best care for the injury. We’ve provided a list of common injuries as well as some tips on how to care for them below:

ü  Toothache

Clean the tooth thoroughly and have your child rinse with warm water. Use dental floss to loosen any food debris that may be causing the discomfort. If the pain persists, call our clinic for an emergency appointment. If there is swelling, a cold compress may help until we see you.

ü  Cut and Bitten Lip, Tongue or Cheek

To control the swelling, apply ice to the injured area. If the wound is bleeding, apply firm pressure with a piece of gauze or a clean cloth.

ü  Baby Tooth Knocked Out

A knocked-out baby tooth isn’t usually an emergency, and many cases won’t require treatment. Contact our clinic for appointment for the evaluation and further guidance.

ü  Permanent Tooth Knocked Out

Find the missing tooth, if possible. Do not handle it by the roots; only touch the top of the tooth. Rinse the tooth off with water but do not clean or handle the tooth unnecessarily. If the tooth is still intact, and your child is old enough, reinsert the tooth into the socket and have your child keep it in place by biting down on gauze or a clean cloth. If the tooth can’t be reinserted, place it in a cup with milk, or your child’s saliva. Contact our clinic immediately, so that we can attempt to save the tooth.

ü  Chipped or Cracked Permanent Tooth

If the tooth has broken, retrieve any pieces and bring them with you to our clinic. If we can treat the tooth quickly enough, we may be able to save the tooth, reducing the chances of infection and preventing any need for extensive dental treatment. Apply cold compress to the area to reduce swelling.

ü  Swelling or Infection (Tooth Abscess or Gum Abscess)

Facial swelling usually points to an infected or abscessed tooth. It’s important that you seek immediate medical attention for an infected tooth. Swelling can be dangerous because it means that the infection in your child’s tooth may be spreading to the surrounding tissues in the mouth. Your child will need immediate treatment so bring him at our clinic as soon as possible.

If you have any questions or concerns, or if your child has pediatric dental emergencies not listed above, please contact THE DENTIST Dental Clinic as soon as possible.

Fluorides
22Mar

Fluoride is a naturally-occurring mineral that helps rebuild tooth enamel and reverse early signs of tooth decay. Your body takes in fluoride in two ways: systemically and topically. Systemic fluorides are swallowed, including fluoridated water (most tap water) and dietary fluoride supplements. Topical fluoride is applied directly to the teeth via toothpaste, mouth rinses and treatments at the dentist’s office.

Benefits of fluoride treatments

Fluoride helps repair weakened tooth enamel by replenishing lost calcium and phosphate — minerals naturally present in saliva. These minerals also make your teeth more resistant to future decay. Fluoride treatments applied by a dentist are especially good for people with a higher risk for tooth decay or erosion.

Fluoride treatments for kids

Children can begin getting fluoride treatments once their first tooth appears. However, be aware that children under two years old should still use a fluoride-free toothpaste. If too much fluoride is ingested as a young child, before the adult teeth have erupted, it can lead to dental fluorosis.

Don’t worry; the fluoride varnish applied by our specialized pediatric dentist is safe to help prevent tooth decay in children. We only use a small amount of fluoride, and hardly any fluoride gets swallowed.

What are fluoride treatments like?

Professional fluoride treatments usually only take a few minutes. The fluoride comes in the form of a gel, foam or varnish. It can be applied with a swab or brush or placed in a tray held in the mouth for a few minutes.

After the treatment is applied, don’t eat or drink for at least 30 minutes to allow your teeth to absorb the fluoride and help repair microscopic areas of decay.

Depending on your oral health, We might recommend fluoride treatments every 6–12 months. If you’re at a higher risk of developing tooth decay, We might also recommend other preventive measures, such as over-the-counter or prescription fluoride mouth rinses or gels, or an antibacterial mouth rinse.

Get connected to us at THE DENTIST Dental Cinic to know about the benefits of fluoride treatments, and keep up your daily dental hygiene regimen.

 

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