Fort Lee Pediatric Dental

04/18/2019

How to protect your baby’s teeth from decay:

Your dentist can provide treatment for baby bottle tooth decay, but the best way to avoid the issue is through early awareness and prevention.

04/15/2019

What baby teeth come in first, and what should you do when they come in? Here are a few tips on practicing early oral care for your infant.

What baby teeth come in first, and what should a parent do when they come in? Here are a few tips by Colgate on practicing early oral care for your infant.

04/11/2019

When your child's permanent incisors erupt, you may notice bumpy ridges on the end of their new teeth. These are known as tooth mamelons. They're nothing to worry about and usually wear down over time. If you want to know about mamelons - read on!

Ever wonder about those bumps on your child's teeth? Mamelons teeth are completely normal and usually wear off by adulthood. Learn more here.

04/09/2019

MYTH: You should brush your baby’s teeth once daily. Here's the fact.

Get the facts about baby teeth and get your infant started on the path to good oral health as early as possible.

04/04/2019

Cavities are the most common preventable disease in children, which affects 42% of American kids each year. Brush brush brush!

04/01/2019

When establishing a brushing and flossing routine remember, even children can get gingivitis! Make sure your kids brush and floss twice a day and take them to the dentist for their annual checkups to ensure healthy gums. Healthy habits for healthy teeth!

03/25/2019

To set children up for a lifetime of good oral health, carefully look after their gums and developing teeth.

Caring for baby gums is the first step in ensuring a lifetime of healthy smiles for your child. Here's how to care for baby teeth and gums.

03/19/2019

Having straight teeth not only improves the health and function of your mouth, but it can also boost your confidence and make you feel good about sharing your smile with the world. However, to be a good candidate, your teeth and gums need to be in good health!

Dental braces. When I was growing up, we wore them in high school. Now it seems that people of all ages ranging from elementary-school age children to senior citizens, are straightening their teeth with braces or clear retainers. As a parent, you may be wondering if your child needs braces, as well....

03/14/2019

Don’t neglect baby teeth just because they’re bound to fall out! Taking improper care of baby teeth can set a child up for problems, including cavities and a need for braces for adult teeth.

03/12/2019

Well of course! The chance to score big with the Tooth Fairy would leave anyone looking forward to losing their teeth...unless they're your permanent ones!

The first lost baby tooth is an important milestone in every child’s life, and children generally have positive feelings about the experience, according to the University of Zurich.

03/07/2019

Backpack? Check. Booster shots? Check. Teeth cleaning?

Get expert advice from a pediatric dentist on how to make going to the dentist a positive experience for your child.

02/18/2019

To help kids become comfortable at the dentist, start them young. The earlier, the better. It's best that the first visit starts at age 1 or when the first tooth is visible.