Browsing: Pediatric Dentistry

Fluoride is a mineral that helps prevent tooth decay (cavities) by fighting acid-producing bacteria that turn into plaque. Fluoride, found in many foods and water, strengthens…

While it is recommended that every child have an established dentist until the age of 1 yearit can be difficult to afford regular dental cleanings and…

Gavin Uchida has seen a lot of teeth in his life while working as a pediatric dentist and administrator of the Hawaiʻi Keiki – HDS Dental…

Fluoride isn’t just for kids! As our population ages, the need for fluoride treatments becomes more critical. The Oral Health in America A National Institutes of…

Do you use dental sealants and silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in your practice? Research supports the use of sealants to prevent and even stop caries, and…

My family has had terrible teeth for generations. My daughter had three cavities in her front teeth when she was only 1. Her dentist suggested a…

A look at how parents can find the right dentist for their child with a sensory sensitivity. Finding a dentist for children can be difficult, but…

Comment on this storyCommentAdd to your saved storiesSaveDespite decades of progress in fighting tooth decay, it remains one of the biggest health problems for children in…

The dental health of children in the area has steadily deteriorated over the past 10 years, according to data from the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU).The…

Fluoride treatments are just for kids, right? I mean once you hit adulthood you don’t have to put up with those cavity creeps anymore. And since…