You just got it: That dreaded call from the school nurse. Sally fell from the top of the slide. Danny was smacked in the mouth with a baseball. Dylan ran face first into a glass door. You try not to panic as you grab your keys and head out the… Read More…
Whether you’re gearing up to send your kids back to school, or they’re already back in the action, all of us at our pediatric dental office in Long Island wanted to talk about how important a healthy mouth is for a healthy report card. Dental Care & Grades: Is There… Read More…
Calcium is important for all of us, but especially for growing kids. A proper intake of calcium and vitamin D helps build strong, decay-resistant teeth. But exactly how much calcium does your child need? Just ask your Long Island pediatric dentist! How Much Is Enough? >According to the Academy of… Read More…
The Importance of Baby Teeth Everyone is born with a full set of teeth sitting in the jaw, just waiting to erupt through the gums. Even though you can’t see them, except with an x-ray, they’re still extremely important for your child’s development. At our pediatric dental office in Long… Read More…
When it comes to dental care, especially for your kids, questions are totally expected. And at our pediatric dental office in Long Island, we openly welcome all of your questions. In fact, in this week’s blog, we want to answer some of the most common dental questions we hear. “Does… Read More…
You know dental care for your little one is necessary, but you can’t stand to see him so upset and scared whenever you visit the dentist. The bright lights, the reclined chair, the gloved hands and masked face, it’s understandable that some of our smallest patients may be afraid. At… Read More…
Gum disease is often considered an adult problem, but the truth is, kids, teens, and young adults are also susceptible. At our pediatric dental office in Long Island, we’re here to explain the dangers behind the disease and provide you with some key signs and symptoms to look for. What… Read More…
At our pediatric dental office in Long Island, we’re honored to take care of your child’s smile. From regular cleanings, sealants, and emergency care, we’re here to ensure a healthy, growing grin. As your child celebrates more birthdays, he will start to lose baby teeth and permanent ones will pop… Read More…
The jiggle, the wiggle, the waggle, the first loose tooth. It’s an important milestone in every kid’s life, and most of them are really excited to experience it. It’s fun to move it back and forth with the tongue, but sooner or later, it will fall out. But the fun… Read More…
In our last blog, we talked about a fun way to teach your kids how to brush. While that’s a great first step in making dental care enjoyable for little ones, everyone at our pediatric dental office in Long Island wants you to know it’s only half of a proper… Read More…
