Dental Tips

Children’s teeth are especially sensitive to decay and other problems that we as adults work so hard to eradicate from our own mouths. Even babies need special care to ensure that they get a good head start with their oral care, and pediatric dentists can help make sure your child’s teeth (even the baby ones!)…

Choosing your child’s pediatric dentist is a crucial part of their oral—and overall—health. While many dentists can treat children, pediatric dentists undergo specialized training to identify and treat dental problems in children in a way that keeps them calm and comfortable. A proper pediatric dentist will instill a sense of trust in your child that…

It’s inevitable—almost every child will experience a toothache at some point. Unlike when adults have a toothache, however, young children can’t articulate which tooth is hurting them, nor understand that the pain is usually temporary. Crying and discomfort are common, and a child’s toothache can often happen when you least expect it, like on vacation…

Canker sores can be distracting and cause discomfort for children. Where do these awful little mouth sores come from and what can we do about them? What are Canker Sores? Canker sores are small, shallow sores that develop on the inside of our lips or cheeks, and they can make it difficult to eat and…

Parenthood can be hectic, and it can be hard enough keeping track of your own dental health, let alone your children’s. However, teaching dental hygiene to preschoolers and older children is important, as it lays the foundation for a healthy mouth and teeth for life—and children who don’t brush and floss regularly can develop painful…

The holiday season is upon us and that means it’s time to shop for treats and presents for the people we love! We all know that candy isn’t the healthiest choice for our teeth but there are certain types that are better than others. Our children’s pediatric dentistry team have compiled some suggestions for the…

It can be shocking how fast children grow. All that growth requires plenty of good nutrients, and that applies to teeth and gums as well. So what are the most important vitamins and minerals parents should make sure their kids are getting to build those healthy smiles? Calcium You probably saw this one coming, but…

Statistics show that 42% of children will have at least one cavity by age eleven. The main reasons are too many sugary snacks and drinks and poor oral hygiene. It might not seem like a priority to protect baby teeth from cavities if they’re just going to be replaced by adult teeth, but childhood is a…

Many parents come to us with some of the same questions about childhood dental health. Here are some of the questions we hear most often and the answers you should know. 1. When should I bring my child in for their first appointment? As soon as your child has teeth, they need a dentist! It’s a…

Since the coronavirus pandemic began, many parents are unsure about the dental services that are available to their children. If your child is a patient of ours or a new patient, we have a few tips to help your child maintain a healthy smile through routine dental exams and cleanings or emergency dental care during…

[soliloquy id=”1441″] Dozens of dental volunteers from all over the community arrived at the Champagne Pediatric Dentistry and Champagne Family Dentistry offices in Sparks on Feb. 2 for the 10th annual Give Kids a Smile event, ready to provide free dental care to children who do not have dental insurance.  Hosted by Northern Nevada Dental…