Prevention & Education

Watch a fun, short video from Dr. Jenny as she shares a fun way of thinking about cavities and explains how kids can keep their smiles bright and healthy!

ACID + SUGAR = DOUBLE TROUBLE Summertime often means plenty of sports and activities for kids. Your child is more than likely exerting themselves in hot and humid weather and keeping them hydrated is a major concern. Some parents may turn to sports drinks for…

Summer is here, and your family's schedule is topsy-turvy, which means getting your kids to eat right and maintain good oral hygiene can be a struggle. With all of these extra activities, there may even be a dental emergency or two. Here are a few…

Thumb sucking can be of concern for many parents/guardians, and while seeking advice from a pediatric dentist is recommended, there are several methods to help break this habit at home.  Though thumb sucking is not harmful to a baby, it can be for toddlers. If…

When a child suffers from severe tooth decay, pediatric dentists are faced with a dilemma of how to treat the teeth that are affected. When restoration is recommended by our dentists, parents often ask, “If they are baby teeth, can you just pull them?” However,…

When parents are faced with a child having a cavity, a common question our pediatric dentists receive is, "Which type of filling is the best and safest for my child?" There are a variety of reasons why our dentists at Children's Dental Health Associates choose…