by Brier Creek Pediatric | Mar 3, 2020 | baby toddler, dental care, dentist, fluoride, health, kids, parent tips, protection, smile
What is fluoride? Fluoride is a compound that contains fluorine, a natural element that can help prevent tooth decay by inhibiting the loss of minerals from tooth enamel and strengthening areas that are beginning to develop cavities. Fluoride can be found as an active...
by Kellie Ladipo | Feb 3, 2020 | baby toddler, dental care, easing fears, health, kids, parent tips, protection, smile
Establishing good dental hygiene in children can be a challenge. Practicing good oral habits such as regular brushing and flossing, drinking plenty of water, eating a healthy diet and scheduling regular dental visits are essential to ensuring and maintaining a healthy...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Jan 1, 2020 | baby toddler, dental care, dentist, easing fears, kids, parent tips
A Positive Experience for Parent and Child Taking your kids to the dentist can be stressful. Whether its general anxiety over visiting the dentist, a child with special needs or fear of a necessary treatment or procedure, we do our best to make sure every visit to our...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Nov 13, 2018 | baby toddler, dental care, kids, parent tips
One of the most common approaches used by many pediatric dentists is also an effective method for parents to try at home. “Tell Show Do” is a popular technique for managing children’s fears and behaviors during exams and treatments. First, the dentist TELLS the young...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Jun 25, 2018 | baby toddler, kids
Primary teeth, or baby teeth, are the first set of teeth in a child’s growth development. Although it seems that we know a lot about our smiles, there are some facts that you might miss out on. We gathered some interesting facts about primary teeth. Did we uncover any...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Oct 25, 2017 | baby toddler, dentist, health, parent tips
Baby teeth and gums need extra attention when your little one begins solid foods. Always wipe and gently brush after feedings and make the best food selections for body and oral health. Do you know which foods dentists recommend at such an early age? Best foods for...
