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  • Meet Us
  • Registration Form
  • New Patient
    • First Visit
    • Financial
    • Insurance
  • Pay My Bill
  • Fun & Games
  • Dental Topics
  • Contact Us
  • (636) 294-5437

Bad Bites (Malocclusions)

December 28, 2016

Developing malocclusions, or bad bites, can be recognized as early as 2-3 years of age. Often, early steps can be taken to reduce the need for major orthodontic treatment at a later age. Stage I – Early Treatment: This period of treatment encompasses ages 2 to 6 years. At this young age, we are concerned with underdeveloped dental arches, the premature loss of primary teeth, and harmful habits such as finger or thumb sucking. Treatment initiated in this stage of...

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Fluoride

December 28, 2016

Fluoride is an element, which has been shown to be beneficial to teeth. However, too little or too much fluoride can be detrimental to the teeth. Little or no fluoride will not strengthen the teeth to help them resist cavities. Excessive fluoride ingestion by preschool-aged children can lead to dental fluorosis, which is a chalky white to even brown discoloration of the permanent teeth. Many children often get more fluoride than their parents realize. Being aware of a child’s potential...

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Baby Bottle Tooth Decay (Early Childhood Caries)

December 28, 2016

One serious form of decay among young children is baby bottle tooth decay. This condition is caused by frequent and long exposures of an infant’s teeth to liquids that contain sugar. Among these liquids are milk (including breast milk), formula, fruit juice and other sweetened drinks. Putting a baby to bed for a nap or at night with a bottle other than water can cause serious and rapid tooth decay. Sweet liquid pools around the child’s teeth giving plaque bacteria...

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Dental Radiographs (X-Rays)

December 28, 2016

Radiographs (X-Rays) are a vital and necessary part of your child’s dental diagnostic process. Without them, certain dental conditions can and will be missed. Radiographs detect much more than cavities. For example, radiographs may be needed to survey erupting teeth, diagnose bone diseases, evaluate the results of an injury, or plan orthodontic treatment. Radiographs allow dentists to diagnose and treat health conditions that cannot be detected during a clinical examination. If dental problems are found and treated early, dental care...

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What is a Pediatric Dentist?

December 28, 2016

A PEDIATRIC DENTIST specializes in optimizing the oral health of children, from infants through adolescents.  PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY is a specialty recognized by the American Dental Association, requiring at least two years of additional training following completion of dental school.  With an emphasis on establishing a dental home for your child, a children’s dentist can play an essential role in keeping your child healthy now and in the future.

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My Child Dentist

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