A baby’s mouth needs care long before the first tooth ever appears. Wiping the gums daily, starting the day you bring your baby home, clears away milk residue and bacteria and builds a routine that carries straight through to toothbrushing. Dr. Lionel Vera, a...
The first signs of tooth decay in a toddler are usually small white or chalky spots along the gumline, followed by discoloration that darkens to yellow, brown, or black if the decay is left untreated. Because these changes can be easy to miss during a quick brushing...
When your child needs dental treatment, it is natural to have questions, especially if general anesthesia is part of the conversation. Parents want to know why it may be recommended, whether it is safe, what the appointment involves, and how to make the right decision...
Severe dental cavities can be painful and stressful for children and parents. When a child has extensive decay, dental pain, infection, high anxiety, or treatment needs that cannot be completed safely during a routine dental visit, general anesthesia may be...
Yes, a 3-year-old can have a tooth filling when a baby tooth has a cavity that needs treatment. Although baby teeth are temporary, they play an important role in chewing, speech development, spacing for adult teeth, and overall oral health. At Pediatric Dentistry on...
Parents are often surprised when they learn that cavities can develop in very young children. Many families assume baby teeth are temporary and less likely to experience decay. The truth is that tooth decay can occur even in toddler teeth. In fact, cavities in...
