Yes, June is a little too early to be thinking about sending the kids back to school, but it isn’t too early to start thinking about your kids’ dental health. Summer is the perfect time to make sure your kids won’t miss school due to dental issues. Children are vulnerable to tooth decay the same way adults are, which is why kid-friendly dentists focus heavily on the prevention of cavities in children. Tooth decay on baby teeth could cause uncomfortable symptoms and increase the risk of orthodontic concerns with permanent teeth. The following is a discussion of five of the most common questions…
At our kid friendly dentist, we can educate your child on proper dental hygiene techniques. Call us today!A kid friendly dentist can provide dental care for younger patients to help instill a positive experience with visiting the dentist. The first visit to a dentist can be intimidating for your child, let us make it a…
Every February, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month. And at the office of Roderick A. Garcia, DMD, we feel it’s an important movement to support.National Children’s Dental Health Month is about raising awareness about the importance of dental health and developing good dental habits at an early age.As a dental practice…
Helping your child learn good dental habits as early as possible can set them up for a life of good dental health, and brushing is an important dental habit! Here are a few tips from Dr. Garcia to help you teach your children good brushing habits (and technique!):1. Teach Them the 2X2 RuleThe general rule…
A missing tooth does not have to be a permanent condition. One option for treatment is getting a partial denture for one missing tooth. Although growing in popularity, many patients are still unaware of the specifics of this procedure. Here are some questions people ask before undergoing this type of treatment.Although each patient is different,…
According to the American Dental Association, over 120 million people in the U.S. are missing at least one tooth. To rectify this, a partial denture for one missing tooth may be a solution. If you are considering getting a partial denture or already have one, it is important to understand the proper way to care…