Periodontal disease can have a significantly adverse impact upon one’s oral and general health. Some parents might express concerns over whether this potentially serious dental ailment impacts children. Adaven Children’s Dentistry, which serves the young people of Henderson, Nevada and surrounding regions, invites concerned adults to read the following short blog attempting to answer this …
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Encouraging children to maintain good oral health is incredibly important for their dental development. Teaching children how to take care of their teeth will be an invaluable lesson as their teeth, gums, and jaw structure develops, but it will also be extremely beneficial for them later in life when their mouths are fully developed. …
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Whether you’re looking to schedule your child’s first dental appointment or looking for the right dentist to help your child with a toothache, choosing a pediatric dentist provides the specialized care your child needs. Pediatric dentists have been uniquely trained and educated to address the specific dental issues of small, growing mouths. Although a general …
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The most effective ways to help your child avoid cavities is to instill good brushing and flossing habits. Young children can have a hard time properly brushing their teeth, particularly the back molars, putting them at a higher risk for cavities. Even older children that know how to brush their teeth well can get tooth …
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As a parent, you can play a vital role in helping your child develop good habits for dental hygiene that will follow them into adulthood. Good oral health can impact the overall health of any person, making it extremely important to help children establish a good foundation in maintaining their dental hygiene. Why A Child’s …
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People often believe that baby teeth don’t matter because they will eventually fall out, but baby teeth do matter and the condition of your child’s baby teeth can affect their adult teeth. Although baby teeth will not be permanent part of your child’s smile, they should still be taken care of properly in order to …
Children often have a bad habit of using their teeth for more than just chewing. Whether they simply put things in their mouth that they shouldn’t or they use their teeth to open something dirty, when children use their teeth improperly they are at a higher risk of tooth damage or tooth loss. A damaged …
A pediatric dentist is highly trained in providing medical care for any complex oral health problems. People often mistakenly believe that a pediatric dentist will not be able to treat complex oral issues for their children, however they are specially trained to identify and care for both primary and adult teeth in children. Pediatric dentistry, …
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Tooth decay is one of the most common oral health conditions in children. All children have bacteria in their mouths that put them at risk for tooth decay. While good oral hygiene habits such as routine brushing twice a day and flossing once a day are the best ways to prevent tooth decay, there are …
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Teeth grinding is a common issue among children that most typically occurs during sleep or under stress. Teeth grinding, or bruxism, if left unaddressed can result in more serious dental problems and concerns. According to the Nemours Foundation, 2 to 3 out of 10 children grind their teeth, although most of those children eventually outgrow …