What to Know When Your Child Needs a Tooth Removed
Most baby teeth fall out naturally, so if you are told that your child needs a tooth removed, it can be nerve wracking for a parent. But...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Oct 22 min read
4 Tips to Avoid Cavities this Halloween
Halloween is a fun event for the whole family! From dressing up in costumes, to trick-or-treating with friends, to all the candy – it...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
May 22 min read
What's the difference between family dentists and pediatric dentists?
Ever wonder about the difference between family dentists and pediatric dentists? We break down what pediatric dentistry is, why it...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Apr 12 min read
Is it bad to share a toothbrush? And other toothbrush facts.
Sharing toothbrushes. Some do it occasionally, some think it is gross. Either way, it happens more often than you think. Is it a good...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Feb 122 min read
What parents need to know about x-rays
What are x-rays? An x-ray is a way to take a picture of dense body parts such as bones or teeth. X-rays safely and painlessly pass...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Jan 233 min read
Quick Tips to Set your Child's Dental Health on the Right Track this Year!
Infants Clean your baby’s gums with gauze or warm washcloth after feedings. Don’t dip baby pacifiers in sugar or sweet liquids. Don’t use...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Dec 4, 20232 min read
Chewing Over Gum Disease: A Parent's Guide to Fighting Back Against Gum Disease in Kids
When you or your child has bad breath, it can be from food, a side effect of medication, or a symptom of a bigger problem, like gum...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Nov 6, 20232 min read
The Magical History of the Tooth Fairy
Parents have been guiding children through tooth loss using rituals since the beginning of time. It’s a rite of passage that marks...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Oct 2, 20233 min read
The sweet dangers of sugar on teeth
It’s candy season, aka Halloween month, which is the sweetest month of the year for kids. With all the treats showing up in the stores,...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Aug 3, 20232 min read
6 ways to calm your child’s fear of the dentist
Sometimes, children develop a fear of the dentist. Whether it is from a bad experience, an association, or simply the unknown, you can...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Jul 3, 20232 min read
What to do when a dental emergency happens on vacation
When you and the family are on vacation, the last thing you want to happen is a dental emergency. The good news is you don't have to...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Jun 5, 20232 min read
Do cavities run in the family?
Just like other health issues, cavities can be inherited or shared with family members. Most of the time, tooth decay (which causes...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
May 1, 20232 min read
The connection between your oral health and overall health
Your child’s oral health can tell a lot about their overall health. Research shows more than 90 percent of diseases that affect the...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Apr 3, 20233 min read
How to safely remove baby teeth
When a child starts losing their baby teeth, it’s an exciting time full of funny smiles and sideways eating. The teeth usually come out...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Mar 1, 20232 min read
Meet Nature's Toothbrushes
While brushing and flossing are irreplaceable when it comes to oral health, certain foods can help your kid’s toothbrush do its job. Many...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Feb 3, 20232 min read
Brush, Floss, and Smile!
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! The focus is brush, floss, and smile, so this month we’ll focus on kid-friendly tips...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Jan 4, 20232 min read
How to stop your child from biting their nails
Kids can bite their nails for many reasons: curiosity, boredom, stress relief, habit, or imitation. But when they chew on nails for an...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Nov 30, 20222 min read
Tips for preventing holiday cavities!
The holidays are a fun time of year full of activities, socializing, and delicious food. But rich foods aren’t always friendly to teeth....
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Nov 2, 20222 min read
The Power of Praise: Why and How to Praise your Child for Brushing their Teeth
Praise feels good to everyone, so it makes sense that when teaching children to brush their teeth, praise can help them establish healthy...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
Sep 1, 20224 min read
Ask the Dentist! Our dentist and staff answer your most common questions.
Dr. Christi Davis and the talented team at Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry answer the most frequently asked questions they hear from...
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