Since children have many more tastebuds than adults, many of the minty flavors available are too strong for children to brush with enjoyably. With great flavors like bubble gum, strawberry, and more, your child will be excited to brush with a flavor that just tastes great.
Read MoreWhen you’re at the store picking up toothbrushes, it’s a little overwhelming how many options there are! Are they all the same? What does bristle strength mean? Is a kid’s toothbrush really better for kids? In this article, we will answer all of these questions and hopefully help you choose the best toothbrush for your child.
Read MoreKids can sometimes be a little wiggly in the dentist chair. Especially when they need a filling, crown, or tooth extraction. While we try to create the best experience possible, sometimes a visit to the dentist is still overwhelming for children. Laughing gas, or nitrous oxide, helps take a lot of that anxiety away.
Read MoreWith the use of modern technology, wearing thyroid-blocking aprons, and safe x-ray taking practices, it’s never been safer to have dental radiographs taken.
Read MoreIt’s not uncommon for a very young child to claim their tooth is loose. It’s exciting to lose teeth, especially with the promised tooth fairy rewards! But at what age is it common to start wiggling teeth out? When do you know there’s a problem?
Read MoreTeething can transform babies from peaceful bundles of joy to wailing bundles of rage. But teething is probably the most painful naturally-occurring process to ever happen in the human mouth, so let’s give them some credit. Here are some quick tips to help you prepare for this inevitable phase of your baby’s growth.
Read MoreOver time, things like pacifiers, thumb sucking, and even bottles can lead to a nightmare dental situation. Below are answers to some of the most common questions parents have about dental hygiene and self-soothing methods.
Read MoreThe name “Fluoride” sounds like a scary, man-made additive, but it is actually a very natural substance. Fluoride is the ionized form of fluorine, an abundant element commonly found in nature and the earth’s very crust. It is not added to our drinking water, but rather picked up through rocks and minerals as the water passes through various soils during the filtration process.
Read MoreIf you’re looking for ways to help your teen keep their teeth, you’re in the right place. As board-certified Idaho Falls pediatric dentists and Pocatello pediatric dentists, we’ve got your back on helping keep your maturing children conscious of their dental hygiene.
Read MoreBaby teeth are not permanent and are just going to fall out eventually. So why bother fixing them at all? It may be tempting to wait until your child’s permanent teeth come in, but this could be detrimental to their health. Here are just a few reasons why fixing baby teeth is important:
Read MoreBeing a parent is tough and there is so much to learn! We know it can be overwhelming, and while we don’t have all the answers, we can help you take care of your baby’s teeth!
Read MoreThe American Dental Association recommends being seen by your dentist every 6 months. These 6-month increments are especially important for children. From the time your child’s first tooth erupts through the gum, they should be seeing a dentist…
Read MoreSome children might be worried about biting down on food or accidentally swallowing the loose tooth when drinking their chocolate milk in the morning. Taking the time to talk to your child about their loose tooth can help them feel assured that it’s a very normal process that everyone goes through. You might even help ease their minds with some Tooth Fairy talk and encouragement.
Read MoreFor patients under 3 years of age, the first couple visits are going to be mostly parent education, what they should and should not be doing as far as brushing, diet, etc. We do a quick exam, the child sits on their parent's lap, and we apply a fluoride treatment…
Read MoreIf it is on the bottom front, it is very common, and most likely will correct itself. We usually wait a few months before talking about doing any treatment as far as taking that tooth out, the tongue will push the permanent tooth…
Read MoreWe offer nitrous, or laughing gas, for kids who can cooperate in office for treatment, we also do in office sedation for smaller cases that the kids are more nervous then most, and also do treatment under general anesthesia…
Read MoreYes! We are one of the few pediatric dental offices in Idaho Falls and Pocatello that accept existing and new medicaid.
Read MoreYes! We are taking new patients (including medicaid) at each of our locations (Idaho Falls and Pocatello)
Read MoreGive us a call and we will schedule an appointment at your convenience to re-cement the crown in place.
Read MoreWe recommend a first visit by age one or 6 months after 1st tooth erupts.
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