Browsing: Pediatric Dentistry

Regardless of the material used, the tooth must be properly cleaned before placing anything there. The best way to do this is to use an air…

WEDNESDAY, Feb. 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Children can be spared cavities and potentially painful dental work with a simple brushing treatment, according to a new…

Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in your mouth create acids that destroy the enamel on the surface of your teeth. Dentists call the damage “cavities,” but…

At age 5, my son’s T-tooth pits and cracks developed cavities. My prevention-focused heart was so frustrated with myself as I was responsible for his oral…

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Dental sealants represent a cost-effective and invaluable preventive intervention, with particular importance in the context of children’s oral health.1 These thin, protective coatings are strategically applied…

Parents report improvements in their child’s oral health habits during the pandemic. Credit: CS Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health in Michigan Medicine. A…

Fluoride is found naturally in soil, water and food. It is also produced synthetically for use in drinking water, toothpastes, mouthwashes and various chemical products.Water authorities…

Options for children now include sealants and early wisdom teeth removal. (HealthDay) — If you’ve been to the dentist with your kids recently, you may have…

Cavities, also known as cavities, are a sign of tooth decay. As tooth decay progresses, small holes begin to form in the teeth. If left untreated,…