by Shelby Pediatric Dentistry | Sep 11, 2019 | oral health
The need for proper dental care spans a lifetime — beginning with mom’s oral hygiene during the prenatal period. So from before birth to adulthood, great dental care leads to a healthier life. Here at Shelby Pediatric Dentistry, we take seriously our commitment to... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Jul 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
You have probably seen the articles on social media about the new juice guidelines put out by the American Academy of Pediatrics. We wanted to add our voice of support to all the press and tell you a little bit more about why this is such an important change to the... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | May 16, 2017 | Dental Health, Infant oral health, Pediatric Dentistry
Many parents might find themselves wondering why we make all this fuss about baby teeth. They’re going to fall out anyway, right? It is true that the baby teeth will fall out eventually. The trouble is, some of those teeth are still in the mouth for a long time. Did... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Aug 17, 2016 | Uncategorized
We’re super excited to announce that Dr. Taylor McFarland is joining our practice! She is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist who shares our treatment philosophy, is very sweet with the little ones, and is passionate about children’s oral health.... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Jul 2, 2016 | Infant oral health, Pediatric Dentistry, Uncategorized
Why did we get a new laser? We had been using the iLase dental laser from Biolase. It’s a pen-like device that belongs to a subset of lasers called “diode” lasers. Basically, how it works is the tip is “initiated” by something like cork... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Mar 24, 2016 | Uncategorized
Here’s part two of our “Tooth Tips” from 89.9 WAY-FM. Transcript below: This is Dr. Richard Baxter from Shelby Pediatric Dentistry with a few tips about oral health for children. First, it’s best to bring your child to the dentist for... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Mar 17, 2016 | Cavities
We are doing some “Tooth Tips” for 89.9 WAY-FM (the best Christian radio station in Birmingham) and we wanted to share them with you. We will be releasing the three one-minute spots over the next couple of weeks. This radio station plays the best Christian... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Oct 29, 2015 | Cavities, Parent Questions
This is going to sound crazy, but eating Halloween candy on Halloween is not dangerous for your teeth. The bigger concern is when the candy is eaten frequently throughout the year and becomes a habit. For example, it’s much better for your child’s teeth to allow them... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Sep 17, 2015 | Infant oral health, Parent Questions
FAQ: How should I brush my child’s teeth? Brushing your child’s teeth changes as they get older. It’s important to start brushing your child’s teeth at 6 months, or as soon as the first tooth comes in. Make sure to use just a smear of fluoride toothpaste for children... by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Aug 13, 2015 | Mission
Saltwater or Living Water In many dental offices, you will find an aquarium in the reception area. In fact, much of the movie Finding Nemo revolves around a fish tank in a dental office. When we looked at how much it would cost to install a nice, average-sized...
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