Adults should receive an oral cancer screening at least once a year, but we recommend this for kids too! While children are less likely to develop oral cancer, there is still always a risk. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about how we screen for oral cancer and help safeguard little smiles.
With the support of their parents and their dentist, kids can develop good oral hygiene habits that protect them from cavities and other smile threats. At our Round Rock, TX dental office, we are proud to provide the kinds of services in the office that help our young patients enjoy lower risks from dental decay. In addition to in-office care and guidance on good hygiene at home, we can provide support through the use of fluoride treatments and dental sealants. With these services, we offer support by encouraging faster recovery from decay before cavities form as well as by creating a barrier between enamel and harmful agents. (more…)
Sometimes, a filling isn’t enough to address your child’s oral health issues. Instead, restoring the health, beauty, and function of their smiles will rely on the placement of one or more dental crowns. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about using our custom crowns to improve little smiles.
Kids have a high risk of developing tooth decay, and lack of treatment could mean painful infections, and in some cases, premature tooth loss and an increased risk of dental misalignment! Which is why we want to treat decay quickly with a dental filling. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about kids’ dental fillings.
When you think about oral cancer screenings, you probably assume this is for adults only. And while a screening once a year is paramount for adults, we believe kids need one too. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about why kids need screenings, and the warning signs of oral cancer.
Summer could mean trouble for little smiles, as kids tend to enjoy snacking and sugary treats more than usual. This could be a recipe for a cavity! Which is why your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist offers unique preventive treatments to lower the risk of cavities, including fluoride gel and even dental sealants.
A checkup isn’t the only reason to see us every six months. Children also need to have their teeth professionally cleaned twice a year starting at age two. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about how kids benefit from a cleaning, and what they can expect from the treatment process.
Kids stay safe from oral health threats when they have access to reliable smile protection at home, which is why parents should take on an active role in helping them keep their teeth clean, and why they should count on your guidance to prepare them to brush and floss on their own. As important as you are when it comes to helping your child develop good oral hygiene habits, it is also important that they regularly see a dentist for routine examinations and cleanings. At our Round Rock, TX dentist’s office, we can provide valuable care during every routine pediatric dental evaluation. From the time they first start care through the years when their support more closely resembles the kind of care adults enjoy, kids can count on us for dependable care as well as guidance to help them feel more confident in their own efforts at protecting their teeth and gums. (more…)
Our team provides a comprehensive array of treatment options for kids of all ages, from babies and toddlers to older children and teens. To ensure they enjoy their time in the office and have a comfortable experience, we often employ advanced technologies. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist looks at the technology we use, and how this helps them receive quality treatment.
When your little one complains about pain in a tooth, or sensitivity when he or she eats and drinks, this could mean the presence of a cavity. Treatment could stop discomfort, and also prevent the onset of serious oral health problems. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about treatments for a toothache.
Our team employs dental sedation to help calm anxious kids, and ensure children can enjoy their time in the office. But what option we will provide, and when does a…
When a tooth is knocked-out completely, action needs to be taken to protect your child’s smile! Fortunately, our team provides emergency dental care, even outside of normal business hours. In…
In our last blog, we talked about using teeth whitening to brighten smiles. But we also have cosmetic treatments that can provide lifelike repair for damaged teeth and imperfections that…
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