As soon as a child grows his or her first teeth, a trip to the dentist’s office is warranted. The child may be barely two years old, however, so any examination by a stranger is an intimidating experience. Make the first dental visit a fun one by trying these basic tips. Children’s fears will fade […]

Do you have young children with down syndrome or social phobias? If so, then it is important to find a special needs dentist who is prepared to accommodate you and your child. If you search online for a “kids dentist near me,” how can you know if the dentist will be one who is trained […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, dental caries affect upwards of 25 percent of children between the ages of 2 and 5 in the United States. By the time children reach the ages of 12, half of them are estimated to have serious tooth decay. The state of a person’s teeth when […]

As an adult, you now know the importance of flossing and good dental hygiene. Imparting that knowledge to your kids who have yet to experience the consequences can be a challenge. Getting kids to adhere to a good oral care routine is even more important. Brushing, flossing and rinsing after each meal should become a habit […]

If it takes a village to raise a child, that same community can help educate children and their parents of the importance of good oral health. Tooth decay is the number one chronic disease facing American children. Approximately one in four kids ages two to five have tooth decay, and two-thirds will experience a cavity […]

There are a number of different diseases and disorders that can start in or be detected within the mouth. It is critical that you keep your child’s teeth as healthy as possible. Having a complete set of dental x-rays is a great way to help safeguard your child’s dental health. Common Uses Dental x-rays assist […]

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), created in 1958, is a regulatory agency that has long been known to protect the public, insisting safety standards for commercial airlines are adhered too. But with the Trenton Mercer Airport of Mercer County, this might not exactly be the case. In fact, a lawsuit was filed in Federal District […]

Dental sealant are a thin, protective coating that is painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth – mostly on the back teeth – to help prevent tooth decay. Sealants bond quickly into the grooves and depressions of the teeth, forming a defensive shield over the tooth enamel. Even though thorough flossing and brushing often remove […]