by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Feb 18, 2015 | Dental Health, Infant oral health, Parent Questions, Pediatric Dentistry
Frequently Asked Question: When should my child first go to the dentist? The old answer was to see the dentist by age three. This recommendation was because most dentists who see kids are general dentists who did not want to see small, crying, uncooperative...
by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Feb 11, 2015 | Dental Health, Parent Questions, Uncategorized
FAQ: Does My Child Need Braces? We hear this question daily too! Sometimes, parents ask if their two year old will need braces… and often it is too early to tell. Typically we can spot major problems early (severe crowding, jaw growth problems) around age 4-5. Once...
by Richard Baxter DMD, MS | Feb 4, 2015 | Dental Health, Parent Questions, Pediatric Dentistry
FAQ: Should my child use a fluoride toothpaste? We have parents ask this question daily as well. The answer may surprise you! We follow the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and American Dental Association recommendations of starting a fluoride toothpaste as...
