Pediatric Dentistry
Kids’ dental needs change fast, from that first tooth to the first cavity check to the conversation about whether braces are on the horizon. Getting ahead of these milestones, rather than reacting after something goes wrong, is one of the best things a parent can do for their child’s long-term oral health.
Below, Dr. Molly Rodgers and her Edmonton team share practical guidance on the questions parents ask most: what happens at your baby’s first dental visit, whether sealants are worth it, how to catch early cavities in baby teeth, and how to tell if your child needs braces. You’ll also find tips for making dental visits less stressful for kids who dread the chair. These articles are written for families across Mill Woods, Ellerslie, Summerside, and Beaumont who want a pediatric dental team they can trust.
New posts are added regularly as new questions come up. Ready to schedule your child’s next visit? Book an appointment with our Edmonton pediatric dental team today.
Pediatric Dentistry 101
Pediatric dentistry is a branch of dentistry that deals with the treatment of infant, children and adolescent teeth. The Canadian Dental Association recommends that children should visit a dentist within 6 months of the appearance of their first teeth. This is because, early oral examination aids in the detection of premature tooth decay. It also paves the…
Read MoreA Mom’s Concern About Her Child Losing a Baby Tooth too Early
A Patient Asks Edmonton Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Molly Rodgers: My son is almost 2 1/2 years old and due to a previous injury to his front tooth, the nerve started growing out the back of the tooth. So, a few weeks ago, he had to have it pulled. It wasn’t bothering him at all; actually…
Read MoreGet Informed On Fluoride and Your Child
Fluoride and Your Child Fluoride is a mineral found in soil, water (both fresh and salt) and various foods. It has a positive effect on oral health by making teeth more resistant to decay. Fluoride can also prevent or even reverse tooth decay that has started.
Read MoreWhat Do You Know About Early Childhood Tooth Decay?
Tooth decay can happen when your child’s teeth come in contact with too much sugar. This sugar helps bacteria grow. Acids that the bacteria make cause the teeth to decay. Many of the liquids that your child drinks contain sugar, including milk, formula and fruit juices. Eating snacks with sugar also places more sugar on…
Read MoreWhen Should You Start Brushing Your Child’s Teeth? {Guest Blog post for Urban Infant Edmonton}
This Guest Post by Dr. Molly Rodgers originally appeared on Urban Infant. You actually should start “brushing” your baby’s gums very early on, in their first few months.
Read MoreGum Disease is Linked to Low Birth Weight Babies {Guest Blog post for ModernMama Edmonton Southwest}
This Guest Post by Dr. Molly Rodgers originally appeared on ModernMama Edmonton Southwest. GUM DISEASE IS LINKED TO LOW BIRTH WEIGHT BABIES For several years now we have known that there is a link between gum disease (periodontal disease)
Read MoreHey Moms! Have You Heard?
Did you know that the Canadian Dental Association has recently changed their recommendation for what age to take your kids to the dentist for the first time?
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