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 | 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. How it works is the tip is “initiated” by something like cork or blue...
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 | Feb 27, 2015 | Cavities, Dental Health, Infant oral health, Parent Questions, Pediatric Dentistry
FAQ: How Does My Child Get Cavities? The two ways that your child can get cavities are by not brushing (or flossing) his or her teeth, and by consuming too much sugar. Sugar can be in many forms, either liquid (milk, juice, or other sugary drinks) or solid (sweets and...
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...
