February is Children’s Dental Health Month and we’d like to talk about all of the great things you can do to protect your child’s smile. BRUSHING Creating good dental habits for your children should start as soon as they wake up. Before...
You’ve probably heard of gum disease. It starts out as gingivitis and then can progress to full blown periodontal disease. Gingivitis is a mild inflammation of the gums that isn’t painful. You may notice that your gums are red and puffy. When you brush, you may...
Did you know that saliva is one of your body’s defenses against viruses and bacteria? Keeping your mouth healthy helps keep your whole body healthy. Brushing, flossing, staying hydrated, and visiting our office twice a year helps your saliva do its germ...
Over the years, I’ve had so many parents ask me why they need to take their babies and young children to the dentist and why, if their young child has a cavity, it would need to be fixed if the tooth is just going to fall out. Of course I understand...
Our dentists at Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics cannot do a full and complete examination of your mouth without x-rays. They are essential for us to be able to diagnose an infection in your tooth or the roots of your teeth, cavities...
