Don’t Forget to Schedule an Appointment Before the End of Year!
If you’re lucky enough to have dental insurance, then you generally receive benefits within a calendar year. Many plans allow 2 free dental cleanings per year for each of your children. Don’t know about yours? Read on below!
(more…)How Sugar Affects Your Child’s Dental Health
We all know that it’s best to reduce your child’s sugar intake for a variety of health reasons. It’s not only a matter of the body staying physically fit. Reducing a child’s sugar intake is one of the best ways you can preserve a kid’s general dental health.
(more…)Why Take Your Teenager to the Pediatric Dentist
Teenagers have busy lives, and sometimes things fall to the wayside. One thing you don’t want to let slide regular visits to the pediatric dentist. Here’s a few reasons why:
Summer Tips for Dental Health
Summer is in full swing, and in between all the camps, playing, and outings, it’s good to keep your kid’s dental health up to par. Here are some tips on how to keep your child’s teeth healthy over the summer:
Sippy Cup Do’s and Don’ts
Your baby might be getting old enough to start using a sippy cup. Congratulation! Did you know that there are good ways and bad ways to use a sippy cup that will affect your child’s teeth?
(more…)When to Start Flossing Your Toddler
Brushing your baby’s teeth should occur once that first tooth emerged, but what about flossing?
“Painting” Your Child’s Teeth: Fluoride
If your child has come into our office, you may have heard us talking about “painting” your child’s teeth. You may wonder what we’re talking about and why we call it “painting.”
The Advantage of Metal-Free Fillings
If your child has significant tooth decay or damaged teeth, the pediatric dentists at Northwest Children’s Dentistry can provide fillings to protect them. While there are many different types of fillings, metal-free fillings have recently become popular. Here’s why.
What to Expect at Your Child’s First Dentist Appointment
Welcome new patients! We get a lot of questions about what to expect at your first pediatric dental appointment. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that you visit a dentist by the time they turn 1 year old.
Here’s what to expect when you visit our office:
Encouraging Your Child to Floss and Brush Teeth
Do you have a reluctant brusher or flosser? A child who drags their feet to brush their teeth in the morning or at night? Here are some tips to try to encourage your young child to brush more often.