by Brier Creek Pediatric | Dec 10, 2018 | health, kids, parent tips, protection
It is the season for holiday festivities and family gatherings, so do your part to make sure your family stays in good health. Brighten the holidays by making family health and safety a priority. Follow these family-friendly tips for a healthy December: Stay active....
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 | Oct 11, 2018 | health, kids, protection
Halloween is a fun holiday for families, but it can also be dangerous for kids with food allergies. About 1 in 13 children in America have food allergies and 40 percent of those have experienced a severe allergic reaction. Halloween is the perfect time for every child...
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 | 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 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...