Dental issues

It's easy to assume that baby teeth aren't all that important because they're eventually going to fall out. But in reality, these teeth play a critical role in your child's health and development. Taking care of baby teeth sets the stage for healthy permanent teeth and can prevent dental problems later in life.

Bad breath happens more than you might think, and in most cases, it’s easy to fix. If you’ve noticed your kiddo has persistent bad breath, it’s most often a sign that something in their daily routine (or health) needs attention.

Sneezing, congestion, and itchy eyes are all common spring allergy symptoms a parent would expect. But many parents are surprised to learn that allergy season can also affect a child’s oral health.

A knocked-out tooth can be alarming for any parent. Whether it happens during sports, at recess, or from a fall at home, dental injuries often come with a rush of panic.

As parents, we eagerly watch for those first baby teeth to arrive and later celebrate each wiggly tooth that falls out. Many parents look forward to their turn to play “tooth fairy”. But, what happens if those baby teeth seem to hang on longer than expected?

Cavities are a widespread dental issue that can affect children of all ages. Understanding what cavities are and how they form is the first step in stopping them.