by Brier Creek Pediatric | Sep 20, 2018 | dental care, fluoride, parent tips, protection
Did you know that cavities are present in about 20% of U.S. children aged 5 to 11 years old? And additionally, 13% of youth aged 12-19 have already had at least one untreated cavity? But there is good news: cavities are nearly 100% preventable. Parent tips to prevent...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Sep 11, 2018 | health, kids, parent tips
Bad breath, or halitosis, in youngsters is often due to bacteria developing between teeth or on the back of the tongue. Poor oral hygiene is generally the cause for plaque build-up, which contains bacteria. When children (and adults, for that matter) do not brush and...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Aug 28, 2018 | health, parent tips
Many people try to keep their family eating right, but did you know that many foods contain hidden sugars? Some foods that you would not even consider to be sweet are actually higher in sugar than traditional “sweets.” Even products marketed as “light” or...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Aug 15, 2018 | dental care, dentist, parent tips
Does your child have a chipped tooth? Parents should be aware of a few things when evaluating a chipped tooth. We have compiled some questions and tips to help you in case of a tooth injury. Is it a baby tooth or permanent? Remember that baby teeth are not permanent,...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Jul 24, 2018 | health
Our pediatric dentistry practice is in Raleigh, North Carolina, where the hilly Piedmont region meets the flat coastal plain. Raleigh is one of the healthiest places to live, and we are glad to be a part of this community. Top 5 reasons Raleigh is good for you ...