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 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 | Dec 20, 2018 | dental care, dentist, health, kids
Do you take your kids for regular dental appointments? Twice per year? Routine dental visits are important for everyone. Oral health check-ups are a part of overall healthy living and disease prevention. There are several reasons to schedule your children for regular...
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 6, 2018 | dental care, dentist, health, kids
If your child has bleeding gums frequently, talk to the dentist. For adults, bleeding gums during brushing or flossing may indicate the initial stage of gum disease. Gum inflammation is common among adults, but children can also have similar problems. The first step...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Jun 5, 2018 | dental care, dentist, parent tips
Dentists are always happy to share advice on good oral care, and summer is no exception. While summer is a time for fun and sun, we need to remember proper oral care to avoid problems in the fall. Below are a few handy tips from our state neighbors at the Georgia...
