Determining when your child is ready for their first dental visit is crucial for ensuring a lifetime of good oral health. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach, there are key factors to consider that will help you gauge whether your child is ready to see the dentist. Most dental professionals agree that a child’s first…
If you are thinking of taking your child for his or her first dental exam, congratulations! You are starting your child out on the right road to a lifetime of good dental health. However, we know that you may have some questions about what will happen at your child’s first exam, so we want to…
Some parents do not believe that a pediatric dentist is necessary for their children. After all, if you already have a general dentist with whom you are very comfortable and who is providing great service to you and your family, it may seem unnecessary to take your children to a pediatric dentist. If your own…
The American Dental Association tells us that most children will have a full set of baby teeth by the time they reach the age of 3. Besides helping your child to eat his or her solid foods, baby teeth provide a crucial function by serving as placeholders for your child’s permanent teeth. But if your…
A baby’s first tooth can trigger a rush of excitement in parents who have grown accustomed to their child’s drooling. While baby teeth may be small, it’s crucial that you take good care of them. In this issue, the San Diego child dentistry experts with ABC Children’s Dentistry will provide you with the information you…
Milk is seemingly synonymous with building strong and healthy bones and teeth. But is there any truth to the claim? In this issue, the San Diego child dentistry experts with ABC Children’s Dentistry will share insightful information about how and why the claimed benefits of drinking milk are true. How is milk good teeth and…
It can be jarring for parents to hear the sounds of grinding teeth from their toddler. However, is this something that demands immediate action? In this issue, the San Diego child dentistry experts with ABC Child Dentistry will share information on when it’s time to be alarmed by your child’s teeth grinding.
With Halloween right around the corner, many children are excited about going house-to-house, and trick-or-treating for candy. While excessive exposure to the sugars found in many candies can lead directly to cavities, there are ways to make the post-Halloween dental check-up less frightful. In this article, the San Diego child dentist experts with ABC Children’s…
The new school year begins late this month for most San Diego children. As you prepare with new school supplies and clothes, it’s vital to keep your child’s oral health in mind. In this issue, the San Diego child dentist experts at ABC Children’s Dentistry will share important tips for making sure your child stays…
We’ve shared tips recently about foods and drinks that can be harmful to your child’s teeth. In this issue, however, the San Diego pediatric dentists at ABC Children’s Dentistry will offer exciting news about the powerful role vitamin D can play in preventing tooth decay.