How Can I Help My Child Feel Comfortable at Their Dental Appointments?

If you’re looking for ways to help your child have a more positive and successful dental appointment in Allen, Texas, then you have come to the right blog. Our dentists, Drs. Hunter and Coe, have the tips and information you need to help your child feel more comfortable in the hands of the dentist. Those tips are: -Give your child... read more »

Your Kids and Their Teeth: What You Should Know

If you’ve ever raised a child, you might know that children tend to copy you--whether you would like them to or not. This isn’t necessarily bad news. If you help your little ones learn how they should keep their teeth clean while they’re young, they’ll be more likely to clean their teeth more efficiently when they get older. As you... read more »

When to Pull Your Child’s Tooth

You probably know that losing a tooth is something your children should eventually go through. In reality, children usually lose their first tooth when they’re about six years old. Still, do you ever wonder if you should pull your child’s tooth? We usually recommend letting the tooth fall out naturally whenever possible. Once their tooth gets loose, we recommend teaching... read more »

Pediatric Dentistry: The Facts

Do you make caring for your children’s pearly whites a priority? Do you make a point of brushing and flossing your kid’s teeth every day? Do you wonder if there’s more you might be able to do to help your child’s teeth and gums stay healthy? If so, have you ever considered bringing your children to a pediatric dentist? A... read more »

Picking a Toothbrush for Your Child: The Facts

Do you know what you would do while you’re standing in the store choosing a toothbrush for your child? Did you know that your little one’s toothbrush can actually have a major impact on their oral health? How do you choose the right brush for your child? The first thing you should consider is the firmness of a brush’s bristles.... read more »

What Can You Do for Your Children’s Teeth

Your children’s teeth are very important to their overall development—but do you know what you can do to help you keep your little ones’ teeth healthy? Your children’s foundation for healthy permanent teeth starts within the first few years of their life. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help your kids enjoy healthy smiles for a... read more »

How to Get Your Children to Brush Their Teeth

Do you ever wonder what you can do if your children don’t enjoy brushing their teeth? It’s important for you to help your kids brush their teeth to prevent cavities and a number of other serious issues. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help your little ones enjoy brushing—which can make the experience considerably more comfortable... read more »

How to Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

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 »

Helping Your Child Feel Relaxed Before Bedtime Can Protect Their Smile

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 »