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Gum Disease Awareness Month: How Parents Can Identify Gum Disease in Children
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a serious oral health condition that affects millions of people each year. It is caused by the buildup of plaque and tartar on teeth and gums, and if left untreated, can lead to tooth loss and other serious health...
Understanding Your New Insurance Plan
As a parent, finding the right dental insurance for your child can be a daunting task. However, the new year is a great time to reassess your family's dental insurance needs and make any necessary changes. Here are some things to consider when shopping for pediatric...
Sugar and Teeth: A Parent’s Guide to Holiday Treats
Children look forward to holidays for several different reasons. Along with presents, kids get to collect and eat a lot of goodies. Usually, this means a wide array of candy. As a parent, you probably know that candy and teeth don’t get along. There is still no need...
Nolensville Pediatric Dentistry Celebrates in Middle Tennessee!
It’s November, and all of us at Nolensville Pediatric Dentistry would like to wish everyone a Happy Universal Children’s Day this November 20th. As many of you already know, Nolensville Pediatric Dentistry is proud to offer state-of-the-art pediatric dentistry in the...
Candy for Your Kid’s Teeth: A Parent’s Guide for Halloween
It’s September and Halloween candy is already lining the shelves of stores across the country. Although we have known for years that candy equals cavities, your child will most likely end up eating it whether you allow them to or not. Instead of fighting an uphill...
7 Tips to Improve Your Child’s Dental Hygiene
Proper dental hygiene begins early on. Without it, cavities, infections, and diseases may trouble your children for the rest of their lives. But, let's face it, children are unpredictable. Getting them to brush their teeth the right way might seem like an overly...
The Nolensville Kids Dentist: How to Budget for Braces
Believe it or not, the cost of children's braces is usually somewhere between $6,000 and $8,000. If you have a school-aged child or tween, chances are you will need to pay for children's braces in the near future. Yet how to families afford orthodontic treatments,...
How Does a Local Pediatric Dentist Remove Cavities? The Process
Do you think your child is dealing with a cavity? You're not alone. Cavities are common. Over 40% of kids aged 2-19 experience at least one cavity. Cavities won't go away on their own. The only way to fix them is by visiting a local pediatric dentist. Putting it off...
What Are the Benefits of Pediatric Teeth Cleaning?
According to the CDC, approximately 20% or one in every five children between the ages of five and 11 have at least one untreated cavity. Practicing good oral hygiene is important for adults, but it's equally as important for kids, too. If you're curious about the...
6 Tips for Finding a Local Pediatric Dentist
Within the next decade, the number of US pediatric dentists might increase by over 60%. Focusing on your child's oral health now can set them up for the future. It's essential you find a local pediatric dentist they're comfortable around first. The best child dentist...