by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | May 14, 2018 | dental care products, health, kids, parent tips
If you have a child with tooth sensitivity, you may wonder why it is happening. And what can you do about it? A tooth is “sensitive” when the discomfort is immediate, but quickly goes away after removal of the cause. There are several causes for tooth...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Dec 11, 2017 | dental care products, health
Is tooth whitening something you have wondered about for your child? Parents often ask about tooth discoloration and safety of treatments. Here are some things to think about before you try any whitening treatments on your child. Do not try this at home The AAPD does...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Sep 20, 2017 | dental care products, health
Your toothbrush is a necessary tool for keeping a healthy smile. Do you know when to replace your brush? How you should care for it? Do you need to sanitize your toothbrush? Toothbrush tips from the ADA The American Dental Association says that you should replace...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Apr 11, 2017 | dental care products, kids, parent tips
A child over the age of six is old enough to care for his or her teeth independently. Earlier than age 6 or 7, most kids do not have the coordination to brush properly. Parents should always take an active role in dental health, even when their child is old enough....
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Aug 29, 2016 | dental care products, parent tips, protection
A mouthguards is an important consideration for parents of a child athletes. Youth are most vulnerable to injuries of the teeth and mouth between 7 and 11 years old. Contact sports like football and hockey are at highest-risk for mouth injury. However, all sports can...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Jul 28, 2016 | dental care products, parent tips
There are so many toothbrushes for kids in stores today. Do you know how to select the best one? Toothbrushes come in numerous types and sizes, so it is no wonder parents may get confused by which product they should choose. Toothbrushes for kids come in different...