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Fluoride treatments are beneficial to your dental health. Fluoride helps to strengthen tooth enamel to make it more resistant to decay and damage. Your dentist may recommend fluoride treatments as a preventive measure to avoid cavities. Should kids get fluoride treatments? Is fluoride safe for children of all ages? Here’s what you should know about fluoride treatments and their use …
A root canal is a common dental procedure used to treat a tooth that is infected or at serious risk of infection due to severe decay or damage. In pediatric dentistry, a similar and more common procedure is a pulpectomy that is typically performed only on baby teeth. If your child has a baby tooth that is infected or decayed, …
Nitrous oxide, better known as laughing gas, is a form of sedation used primarily in dentistry to help patients relax during dental procedures. It is especially helpful for children who feel nervous or fearful of getting dental treatment. If your child has an upcoming dental procedure, such as a filling, you may be wondering if laughing gas will be used …
Cavities are a normal dental issue for kids. While the ultimate goal of dentistry is to prevent cavities, sometimes they still occur. Children are still learning how to brush and floss effectively, something that even adults don’t always accomplish. This means tooth decay may happen in between dental visits. If your dentist discovers a cavity in one of your child’s …
