Do you also feel stressed while booking your dental appointment? Studies reveal that 10-30% of people have anxiety issues with dental procedures. But, with the local dentistry methods available in dentistry, now it’s easier than ever to get your desired treatment without pain. With the increased use of anesthetics in dentistry, it has become an…
Are you a new parent and concerned about your kid’s oral health? Sometimes, your dentist may suggest kids’ teeth x-rays. It is a diagnostic tool that helps your dentist evaluate their teeth with cavities and suggest the best treatment. If this is the right thing to do, we have compiled all the necessary information in…
Red cheeks are common in babies and can happen for several reasons, such as chapped skin, eczema, teething, and fifth disease. However, cheek red teething is the redness of baby cheeks associated with the teething stage in babies, which occurs due to excessive drooling. The possible solutions depend on the cause of redness. Sometimes, the…
Is your child complaining about tooth pain after tooth extraction? No matter why your child had a tooth extracted, some children might complain about tooth pain days or even 7 days after the procedure. But what is the cause behind it? Is it normal to experience this, or could it be a warning sign, or…
Your baby’s first teeth are one of the sweetest memories for all the right reasons. After the painful teething process, the child’s teeth finally come out. As a parent, we take proper care of those tiny teeth. From brushing their teeth twice daily to making wise food choices, we ensure they keep a happy, healthy…
Have you heard about pediatric root canal treatment before? A pediatric root canal is a dental procedure in pediatric dentistry. This is similar to the adult root canal and treats several oral health problems in kids. The procedure removes the infected tooth pulp to control the spread of infections and complications. A root canal is…
If you’re looking for the best pediatric dentistry in Scottsdale, you’ve come to the right place. Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics in Scottsdale is dedicated to providing quality dental care for your entire family, from infants and toddlers to teens and adults. PVPD Scottsdale is hands-down the best choice for pediatric dentistry in Scottsdale….
Dental caries is the most common chronic infectious disease of childhood, caused by the interaction of bacteria, mainly Streptococcus mutants, and sugary foods on tooth enamel. S. mutans can spread from mother to baby during infancy and can induce even pre-dentate infants. These bacteria break down sugars for energy, causing an acidic environment in the…
As most of us are busy, it may be challenging to make the right snack at home easily accessible for our children to indulge in. Parents are constantly On-the-Go and children are constantly demanding snacks. Throughout this article, we will discuss several topics that focus on healthy snacks vs snacks to avoid. In addition, we…
Every year in December we have a magical little elf that visits our office. He’s tricky and very sneaky but keeps us on our toes. This little guy’s name is Pivi. Our elf on the shelf PiVi We love having elf on the shelf in our office. Seeing how excited our patients get when they…
As the summer comes to a close and parents are preparing their children to get back in the swing of things for school, most are thinking about supplies, teacher meetings, assignments and stocking up on lunch foods. But one thing some parents might not take into account are dental checkups. While going to the dentist…
Good oral health is important for everyone, and for those parents trying to build good hygiene habits, the early the routines are started the better. Having good oral hygiene isn’t just important for keeping the teeth and gums healthy, it also has long-lasting effects on the overall health of your children. As a parent, there…
