Rowlett Dental Kids Blog

As a parent, you naturally do your best to keep your child safe and healthy without being overly protective. That means when it’s time for your little one to get dental X-rays, you may be concerned and want to learn a bit more about this step in your child’s oral healthcare to make sure they’re safe. After all, X-rays commonly bring to mind thoughts of radiation and complications. Thankfully, you have nothing to fear from modern day X-rays! Today, dental X-rays are taken digitally, making them significantly more detailed and safer than ever before. When it comes to children’s dentistry, digital X-rays are one of the most important tools available to keeping growing smiles healthy. Read on to find out how!

Have you noticed a second set of pearly whites coming in behind your child’s baby teeth? While startling at first, this phenomenon is not usually anything to worry about. Rows of teeth in kids are called shark teeth, since sharks also develop a second set of teeth behind the first. Thankfully, shark teeth in children are almost always easy to manage and very rarely cause any lasting problems. Read on as we go over everything you need to know about keeping your little one’s smile if they have shark teeth.

Are you worried that your child might have a difficult and unpleasant experience when visiting the dentist? While this concern is valid for all parents, this is especially true if you have a little one with Autism. Finding a practice that offers special needs dentistry can be a life-changing experience for both you and your child. Whether it is severe dental anxiety or sensory issues that keep them from receiving the oral healthcare they need and deserve, a dentist who is trained and equipped to provide the treatment they need can make all the difference in the world. If you are preparing to bring your child in for an upcoming visit, there are things you can do to make sure their experience is nothing but the best. Read on to discover three helpful tips that will keep your little one happy, healthy, and on track to a better smile.

Has your son or daughter been telling you they have a loose baby tooth? If so, chances are they can barely think about anything else! Often, baby teeth fall out on their own, but sometimes, they need a little bit of help. Read on to learn how to safely pull your child’s loose tooth.

It’s common knowledge that baby teeth can get cavities. In fact, tooth decay is the number one most common chronic childhood illness. However, what happens if the cavity becomes too severe to be treated with a filling? In permanent teeth, a root canal would typically be performed to stop the infection and save the tooth from extraction. Many parents are surprised to hear that baby teeth sometimes need this type of treatment as well. Why would a child need something like a root canal, and how would this procedure work? Read on to learn more!

It’s no secret that kids love juice! Which is a good thing, right? Many parents assume that juice is good for their children because it comes from fruit. However, while these tasty beverages may have lots of vitamins, they may be doing more harm than good! Read on to find out how juice affects your child’s teeth and what you can do to protect their precious smile.

Losing baby teeth in childhood is usually an exciting and highly anticipated sign of growing up. However, there are times when a baby tooth needs to be removed by a dentist, sometimes before they’re even loose. In these cases, it’s essential to take out the tooth instead of waiting for it to fall out to prevent a dental emergency. Here’s everything you need to know about children’s tooth extractions, including how they work, when they’re necessary, and how you can help your child’s treatment go as smoothly as possible.

Is your child nervous about their upcoming dental visit? It is normal for children to feel anxious about new things, especially when they don’t know exactly what to expect. After all, dental anxiety is a common issue for adults as well. The good news is that there are all sorts of children’s books out there that were written to help parents help their kids feel more comfortable about their routine dental visits. A children’s dentist has a few recommendations that may be just what your child needs.

Is your son or daughter covered under your dental insurance plan? Maximizing your children’s dental insurance coverage is an excellent way to ensure their smile stays happy and healthy as they grow. While dental insurance may seem confusing at times, understanding the basics can help you make the best decisions for your family. Here are five simple but important tips that will help you make the most of your dental insurance and keep your child’s smile healthy into the new year.

Did you know that according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay is the number one most common chronic childhood disease? There are a variety of factors that make children more prone to cavities than adults, including thin enamel, lacking dental hygiene habits, and the sugary snacks they eat. However, you may be increasing your child’s risk of cavities without realizing it! Here’s what you need to know about a common issue called baby bottle tooth decay and what you can do to protect your little one’s smile!