Dental Tips

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…

Now that the holiday break has come to an end and the kids are back in school, it’s a good time for your children to begin sticking to a regular dental care routine. “It’s easy to let routines go during the holidays when bedtimes and morning routines are not the same as they were before…

The holiday season is upon us and if your family is looking for family-friendly activities and events in the Reno or Sparks, NV area, don’t fret. There is so much to do!  Here are some of the top local upcoming holiday events: Midtown Holiday Party Friday, Nov. 22 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Living Stones…