Space Maintainers
A primary tooth is sometimes lost prematurely because of injury or tooth decay. If that happens before the permanent tooth is fully developed and ready to emerge, the nearby teeth can shift or “tip” into the space formerly occupied by the primary tooth. When the permanent tooth tries to grow into the spot, there may [...]
read moreADA and AAPD press releases in reponse to brain tumor study.
Please read this press release from the American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry regarding a new study that just came out associating dental xrays with an increased risk for a specific type of non-malignant brain tumor. The study is based on x-rays performed decades ago, when radiation levels were far greater. Also, the [...]
read moreBaby Bottle Tooth Decay
What causes tooth decay? A thin, sticky, colorless film of bacteria called plaque forms on your teeth. The bacteria in the plaque produce acid that can attack tooth enamel. When sugary food or drinks remain in the mouth after eating or drinking, the bacteria have more time to produce decay-causing acid. What is baby bottle [...]
read moreDIAGNOdent-Caries detection device
At the Pediatric Dental Center we use the DIAGNOdent Laser to aid in caries (decay) detection. The DIAGNOdent is an extremely accurate diagnostic aid. It has been proven to be over 90% accurate! We check all permanent molars with this device, as well as any questionable or suspicious areas on primary (baby) or permanent teeth. This [...]
read moreNerve Treatment on Primary (Baby) Teeth and Stainless Steel Crowns
If decay reaches the nerve of a tooth, the tooth needs to be treated with a nerve treatment. WHAT IS A NERVE TREATMENT? This is a method of saving a tooth, by removing a part of the nerve of the tooth. In dental terminology this is called a PULPOTOMY. If the tooth is infected or abscessed a [...]
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