A dental emergency can happen at any time and are very common in children, especially in the summer. Did you know that your child’s tooth can often be restored if …
What is Silver Diamine Fluoride or SDF?
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a bactericidal liquid that is painted onto a cavity. It offers the possibility of stopping or delaying the progression of cavities without removal of tooth …
Prevention is the Best Way to Avoid Tooth Decay in Kids
Despite colorful toothbrushes, catchy songs and flavored toothpaste, tooth decay remains a serious issue among children. Nearly 1 in 5 children under the age of 5 have experienced tooth decay. According …
Why does my child keep getting cavities?
Cavities in kids have multiple contributing factors, some of which include tooth anatomy and spacing, diet, bacterial type and saliva quality. One thing we can help to control is the …
What is plaque?
Ever had that fuzzy feeling on the surface of your teeth? That’s plaque! It’s colorless to pale yellow. It develops when foods containing sugars and starches (or carbohydrates) are left on …