What is Corrective Jaw Surgery and When is it Recommended ? Several types of issues with the bite or the alignment of the teeth can be corrected using modern methods of dental and orthodontic treatment. In some cases, however, skeletal and dental irregularities aren’t able to be addressed completely even with the most up-to-date non-surgical […]
Don’t Ignore Lost Baby Teeth!
Baby teeth are not only useful for eating and talking, they also serve as guides for permanent teeth. Baby teeth are vital to a child’s future dental health and can help permanent teeth to grow in properly. If a baby tooth comes out prematurely, adjacent teeth may try to move into the space left by […]
Are my child’s teeth coming in at the right time?
Parents of new babies have a lot to keep track of to make sure their child is healthy and happy. Oral health is part of this process. Primary or baby teeth start forming shortly after a child has been born and will first appear typically between 6 months and 10 months of age. These primary […]
Why Your Child Should See a Pediatric Dentist
Many people may not realize that there is a difference between general dentists and pediatric dentist. Pediatric dentists have completed dental school and then undertaken an additional 2-3 years of training specifically in treating children. This includes not only clinical pediatric training, but child psychology as well to enable the most effective communication with children. […]
