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The Official Recommendation The American Dental Association recommended 10 years ago, I think about 10 years ago, that a child should be seen by the time they have their first tooth. Now, I can tell you most children’s first teeth … Continue reading
I have patients who actually come from other holistic dentists or come from traditional dentists and I get a series of X-rays from those doctors that they’ve taken in the past, in the last year, and I’m baffled by how … Continue reading
I was going to go into pediatric dentistry. I had the grades, I had the board scores, I had everything. But when I was taught pediatric dentistry at the state school I went to, it was very surprising and eye-opening … Continue reading
Many people suffer from TMJ pain due to issues like teeth clenching, excessive gum chewing, nail biting, stress, fibromyalgia, and injuries. Thankfully, there are a variety of medications and therapies available to treat TMJ issues, and Dr. Katie Orr’s team … Continue reading
Mercury fillings, also known as silver fillings or amalgam fillings, have actually been in use for centuries, with early applications found in China and Germany. During the 1800s, the practice became more widespread, and it has continued to this day, … Continue reading
Braces and Invisalign are both popular options used to correct problems with teeth, and with aesthetics often being a factor in choosing them, you may wonder which is the better choice for you. We’ll dive into clear braces vs. Invisalign … Continue reading
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Every one of our staff has kids and we know how to take care of them.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that your child’s first dental visit should be by 12 months of age.
Normally, the first visit consists of a thorough and complete oral examination, prophylaxis (cleaning and polishing of the teeth provided by one of our doctors), appropriate x-rays, fluoride application, oral hygiene instructions, treatment plan and parent consultation. Continue reading
Ask about the extent of the dentist’s training and clinical experience in performing the specific procedure you may require. For example, not all dentists are trained in specific cosmetic dentistry procedures. In addition, certain procedures, such as an anterior porcelain veneer, may serve both an esthetic and functional need. A procedure that satisfies both needs might be the better option when compared with a standard functional restoration offering no esthetic benefit, but you will need to investigate which dentists have the training and experience to perform the procedure that best meets your needs.
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