Baby bottle tooth decay is a serious dental problem found among children. It tends to deteriorate and erode the chompers throughout the day and cause major pain and discomfort for the child. It is very important to help your child prevent this dental problem as much as possible, and our Allen Pediatric Dentistry team recommends doing so by doing the... read more »

Young children suck on pacifiers, thumbs, and fingers to soothe themselves, help themselves fall asleep, and to learn about the world. Thumb sucking helps young children feel happy and secure. Children usually stop sucking their thumbs around two to four years old, or when their permanent teeth begin to erupt. If your child continues to suck their thumb after their... read more »

Your dentist, Dr. Jessie Hunter, and our Allen Pediatric Dentistry dental team care for you and your smile, which is why we ask you to care for your teeth and gums each day at home with oral hygiene. However, oral hygiene is only effective if you use the proper techniques to brush and floss. So, to help you know how... read more »

Brushing and flossing daily is imperative for gaining and upholding ideal oral health. However, even with proper brushing and flossing, it is difficult to remove all of the plaque and food particles from the crevices and crannies of the back teeth. That’s where dental sealants come into play! Dental sealant is a thin coating of a resinous material that is... read more »

Baby teeth can be confusing, especially because all they seem to do is grow into the mouth and then fall out of it. However, baby teeth are more important than you might realize, and we are happy to tell you all about them by providing the answers to the following questions: When do baby teeth come in? Generally, baby teeth... read more »

If you have young, hyperactive children, then you may understand the difficulty of trying to get them relaxed in the evening so they can go to bed and fall asleep. Having a child feel relaxed before their bedtime not only helps them fall asleep, it can also prevent them from grinding and clenching their teeth at night. What Is Bruxism?... read more »

Building healthy habits when your children are young is vital for their developing teeth and gums. While you will have to help them when they are small, there are things you can do to make it fun for them as they learn to take over. Babies: Beginning when they are babies, get them used to oral care from the onset.... read more »

It’s not uncommon for a blow to the face or a fall to cause injury to your lip or tongue. If an emergency like this happens, it’s important to stay calm. If the injury is severe you should consider calling 911 or visiting the emergency room. Start by gently wiping away any blood from lip or chin with a wet... read more »