Thumb Sucking – Is It A Real Problem?

Thumb Sucking

Yes, thumb sucking can be a real problem for a child’s mouth.

In infancy, it’s normal. Kids have a natural sucking instinct that they’re born with, and that’s good – they sure need the liquid sustenance they’re moms provide.

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Dentistry For Kids – Why Are Baby Teeth Important? Don’t They Fall Out Anyway?

Baby Teeth

Baby Teeth Important? Don’t They Fall Out Anyway?”

Kids have to eat and obviously baby teeth are important in that regard. But they are also important for your child’s self esteem. If a child loses a baby tooth for whatever reason, they may feel self conscious and not smile much (no matter what the tooth fairy might bring).

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First Dentist Appointment – When Should A Baby First See The Dentist?

When Should A Baby First See The Dentist

When Should A Baby First See The Dentist Really, a child is never too young for their first dental appointment. Two months is great age for that first visit – that way the dentist can advise the parents what to expect when the baby’s teeth first arrive and explain how to care for the baby’s gums.

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Children And The Dentist – How Do I Brush My Kid’s Teeth?

How Do I Brush My Kid’s Teeth

How Do I Brush My Kid’s Teeth Teaching children proper dental hygiene and good brushing habits will go a long way in assuring they have a long and healthy life. Recent studies have identified a link between gingivitis and conditions such as diabetes and heart diseases. Get your kids started on the right foot by teaching them good oral hygiene as soon as possible.

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Early Decay Prevention Dentistry – How Can You Help My Child?

Early Decay Prevention Dentistry

Early Decay Prevention Dentistry – How Can You Help My Child?” src=”http://smilecentre.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Xray-300×212.jpg” alt=”Early Decay Prevention Dentistry” width=”300″ height=”212″ />Dr. Long Vo started Smile Centre Dental because he loves children. He and his wife, Dentist Dr. Julie Dao, have two of their own – a boy and a girl – who have a genetic problem: a cross bite. That’s where the lower teeth actually cover the upper teeth. Sure, it may be cute when they’re kids, but when they hit 17 and can’t eat properly, it’s a huge problem.

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Crooked Teeth – My Kid’s Teeth Are Crooked – What Should I Do?

If your child’s teeth are crooked, whether from sucking a thumb or if the teeth just came in that way, your child may have other issues in the mouth. Are there gaps between the teeth? If so, that’s great. If not – if the baby teeth are close together – there may not be room for the adult teeth to come in.

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Your Child’s First Dentist Appointment – Taking Your Baby To The Dentist

Your Child’s First Dentist Appointment

Child’s First Dentist Appointment It’s important to get your child to the dentist early. The initial visit ideally occurs at two months. Now obviously, there’s not much to examine at this point in a child’s development, but it’s a good time to introduce the child to the dentist and make sure everything in the baby’s mouth looks normal.