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Posted by: Homa Amini, DDS, MPH, MS on May 07, 2025

Have you ever wondered when your child should visit a dentist for the first time? If so, you are among many parents who frequently ask the question. And like many parents, you may be surprised by the answer.

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Dental Sealants: Protecting Your Children's Teeth
If your child has deep pits and grooves on their back teeth (molars), your dentist may recommend sealing your child’s teeth. Sealants are thin protective coatings painted on the chewing surfaces of the molars to prevent tooth decay.
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Thumb-Sucking: When Should Parents Intervene?
If you are concerned about your baby sucking her thumb, no need to worry. Sucking is a normal reflex in babies and thumb-sucking is a common activity among infants and toddlers.

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Can Injured Teeth in Young Children Be Saved with Root Canal Treatment?

Apr 28, 2025

When dental trauma such as a knocked or chipped tooth happens to a young child, there is – of course – cause for concern. Today, advanced techniques in root canal treatment including dental tissue engineering can help save some of the injured teeth that otherwise would not be savable. Read More

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What Are "Shark Teeth"?

Nov 25, 2024

The front baby teeth start falling out at around six years old. However, what if you see another row of teeth behind the baby teeth? Some people call this “shark teeth” because of its distinctive look as the adult teeth come in behind the baby teeth. Read More

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4 Reasons Why Wisdom Teeth May Need to Be Removed

May 02, 2024

Third molars, more commonly known as “wisdom teeth,” are teeth that form in our teenage years. If these teeth can be easily cleaned, stay healthy, grow in properly and don’t affect the bite, they can stay in the mouth for a lifetime. Read More

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Tooth Whitening for Teens: How and When to Do It Safely

Feb 28, 2024

Tooth whitening can improve how a smile looks and feels. Here are some things parents need to know if their teen asks to get their teeth whitened. Read More

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Knocked Out Teeth: 5 Questions Parents May Ask

Feb 21, 2024

Kids often get dental injuries, and one of the toughest situations is when they accidentally knock out a front tooth. This can be scary for both the child and the parent. Sometimes, it happens while playing far from professional help. Read More

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How to Teach Young Children to Brush Their Teeth

Feb 12, 2024

It’s especially important to teach young children that brushing their teeth needs to be part of their daily routine, not only for good breath but also to prevent tooth decay and gum disease and promote general good health. Read More

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Dental Care for Infants and Toddlers: Nurturing Smiles

Feb 08, 2024

Cultivating good oral hygiene habits from an early age sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles and helps to prevent tooth decay and related complications. Read More

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Dental Care During Pregnancy

Aug 01, 2023

Your body changes during pregnancy – and so will your mouth! Most oral changes are common, caused by increased blood flow and circulating hormones, and will resolve once your baby arrives, but some dental problems can and should be addressed during pregnancy. Read More