According to the American Dental Association (ADA), children should visit the dentist for the first time by the age of one or within six months of the eruption of their first tooth, whichever comes first. This may seem early, but regular dental checkups from an early age are important for several reasons: Early detection of […]
The American Association of Pediatric Dentists recommends that parents help their children floss their teeth daily once they have two or more teeth that are close together. Parents should continue helping their child floss until the child is old enough to floss safely and thoroughly on their own. Kids can often take responsibility for flossing […]
Like adults, children should visit the dentist twice a year for diagnostic oral exams and preventative cleanings. If a child develops a toothache, tooth sensitivity, swollen or bleeding gums, or experiences a dental emergency such as a fractured tooth, or trauma to the teeth, schedule a dental appointment as soon as possible. Why Kids Need […]