We’re headed into the peak of cold and flu season, which typically comes with stuffy noses, sore throats, fevers, and loads of medicine to help ease symptoms. But did you know that any sickness from the common cold to the flu can also put children’s oral health at risk, too?… Read More…

We all do our best to limit how many sugary snacks our kids eat in order to reduce their risk of developing cavities. However, it’s essential to keep an eye on what your kids drink, too. Certain beverages can be great for oral health, and others can lead to dental… Read More…

Your pediatric dentist in Medford uses dental x-rays to help see things going on inside the mouth that can’t be seen with the naked eye. Dental x-rays can allow your kid’s dentist to catch cavities early when they’re still really easy to treat. Additionally, the images from x-rays will show… Read More…

There’s nothing quite as special as when your child loses her first tooth. Typically, you can expect baby teeth to start falling out around age six and permanent adult teeth to take their place. But occasionally, permanent teeth will start to erupt behind a baby tooth that has not yet… Read More…

It’s a well-known fact that your pediatric dentist in Medford encourages kids to enjoy sweet treats and sugary snacks in moderation to help reduce the risk of cavities. However, there are also some drinks that should be avoided or limited. In fact, what kids drink plays a big role in… Read More…

Your child can touch your heart with just one smile from the moment their first tooth appears and their grins begin to grow. Over the years, you’ve watched them grow, and all of their baby teeth finally made their way to the surface of their gums, assuring that you’ve made… Read More…

Are you a parent of a little one who’s growing more concerned about how they grind their teeth in their sleep? This is something your pediatric dentist in Medford commonly refers to as sleep bruxism. According to the Sleep Foundation, studies show that anywhere from six percent to almost 50… Read More…

Visiting your pediatric dentist in Medford can be fun for many patients, including those with autism. However, your pediatric dentist knows that the smells, sights, and sounds of a dental office can also be overwhelming for autistic kids. That’s why we have special training to help us treat our autistic patients in… Read More…

Cavities are one of the most common dental problems your pediatric dentist in Medford sees and treats every day. Now, while a cavity in a baby tooth may seem like no big deal, the truth is, it’s important to treat any area of decay quickly to keep other problems from popping… Read More…

As kids grow up, they will start to do many things on their own such as tie their shoes, dress themselves, and pack their backpacks before school. Of course, you may need to help them the first couple of times, but soon they’ll have a strong sense of independence and… Read More…

Spring is always an exciting season, especially if winter seemed to go on forever. The days become longer, the weather becomes warmer, families start to play outside, and the world becomes a little more colorful thanks to flowers and trees in bloom. Spring is also a time when many families… Read More…

Have you ever looked closely at your child’s teeth and noticed small, white spots? Don’t worry, many kids (and adults!) have this type of tooth discoloration, and it typically doesn’t cause any problems. But you may still be wondering what caused them in the first place and if there are… Read More…

February marks the beginning of Children’s Dental Health Month, a national awareness month sponsored by the American Dental Association (ADA). This 28-day celebration brings your pediatric dentist in Medford together with other health care providers to promote the importance of good oral health in children. Each year, Children’s Dental Health Month… Read More…

Getting your kids to take care of their teeth can be hard, especially if they don’t enjoy the process of brushing. Children may brush their teeth because you tell them to, but that doesn’t mean they won’t put up a fight or do it haphazardly when you’re not looking. Your… Read More…

Every November, the American Cancer Society sponsors the Great American Smokeout, an event that “provides an opportunity for individuals, community groups, businesses, health care providers, and others to encourage people to use the date to make a plan to quit, or plan in advance and initiate a smoking cessation plan… Read More…