Halloween is right around the corner, and it’s one of the most treat-filled holidays of the entire year. Because of all the candy that will be available to our young patients– and their adults too!–all of us at our Long Island pediatric dental office thought it would be a good… Read More…
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…
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…
Recent studies show that snacking on cheese may be beneficial for your child’s teeth. The calcium and phosphorous found in Cheddar, Swiss, Monterey Jack, and Mozzarella cheeses help to minimize the reduction in plaque pH levels AND aid in the process of enamel re-mineralization!
