If your child has developed a cavity, he or she may be concerned about how the decay will be treated at the dentist’s office. Sometimes, a child’s fears can be alleviated by explaining the process that will happen. Here are a few ways that your child’s dentist may treat a cavity:
Dental Bonding Material
If the cavity is extremely small and has not invaded the layers of the tooth that lie beyond the tooth enamel, the dentist may simply be able to clean the area thoroughly and apply a bit of dental bonding material.…
Around 16% of all children in the US have special needs. The term special needs encompasses a variety of physical, developmental, or behavioral issues that can affect a child’s everyday life. Just like any other child, special needs children require regular health checkups and dental care. Dental care while young is especially important since it can prevent long-term oral health issues. However, with special needs children there are a few things that should be considered when going in for a dental checkup.…
Although sucking one’s thumb can be a natural habit, eventually your child needs to start to outgrow this habit. If your child continues to suck their thumb for too long, it could have consequences on their dental health.
Consequences Of Prolonged Thumb Sucking
It is okay for your child to suck their thumb when they are a baby. A baby sucks their thumb as a way to soothe themselves and it gives them a sense of security.…
