Simply Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics Blog

At some point, whether through a text, social media post, or on a sign, you’ve surely seen a bright yellow smiley face. It’s so iconic and has been used in many contexts that it may surprise you to learn that this symbol has a deeper purpose. If you’re not aware of its original meaning, you’re not alone, which is why World Smile Day was created. Today, take the opportunity to find out more about this icon and how you can celebrate it.

An overbite, where the upper front teeth significantly overlap the lower front teeth, is one of the most common orthodontic issues in children. While a slight overbite is normal, a severe overbite can lead to various dental and health problems if left untreated. This means that if your child has an overbite, it’s important to consult with their orthodontist sooner rather than later. Here are a few reasons why correcting your child’s overbite can improve their dental health and overall well-being, setting them up for a future of happy and healthy smiling!

There are many reasons why a child may struggle to visit the dentist’s office. Past trauma at another practice, a sensitive gag reflex, or difficulty sitting still for an extended period are all possible reasons for a pediatric dentist to consider sedation dentistry. While there are many options available for young patients, general anesthesia can be an ideal option, especially if your little one has extreme dental anxiety or is preparing for multiple, extensive procedures. Keep reading to discover how this type of sedation works and whether your child is a good candidate.

Growing up, you may remember putting your tooth under your pillow and waking up to some money or a small gift. This makes the experience of losing teeth more fun than scary, which is why this tradition has continued for all of these years. If you have a little one now whose teeth are starting to wiggle, then consider sharing what they can expect as well as some tooth fairy myths from around the world!

If your child has been complaining lately about dental sensitivity, or you have noticed a small hole or dark spot on one of their teeth, they may have a cavity. At first, you might be tempted to dismiss it as a minor issue. After all, baby teeth are going to fall out anyway, so you could reason that they do not need fillings. However, that type of thinking is dangerous. All cavities, including those in baby teeth, should be evaluated by a qualified dentist. This blog post explains why. It also touches on possible treatment options.

Parenting is filled with all sorts of surprises, and sometimes they come in the form of unexpected and inconspicuous challenges, such as lip and tongue ties. Although these conditions can seem minor, they can have a significant impact on a child’s development and well-being. This means that if your toddler has one (or both) of these conditions, you shouldn’t hesitate to seek professional treatment! Continue reading below to learn a little more about lip and tongue ties and why it’s always going to be in your child’s best interest to have them corrected.

As a new parent, you’ll be tasked with all sorts of new duties and responsibilities to ensure the well-being of your infant 24/7. One big part of this includes resolving the problems that cause your little one to cry—but sometimes the cause of this excessive crying, also known as colic, isn’t obvious. Continue reading below to learn more about colic and how it’s sometimes linked to tongue and lip ties, along with how professional treatment can help.

Braces are one of the most iconic dental treatments around—many generations of children and adult patients have turned toward this tried-and-true treatment to achieve healthier and straighter smiles. But in some instances, even after wearing braces, teeth stubbornly revert back to their original, misaligned positions. When this happens, is a second round of braces able to help? Continue reading to learn more about reasons why a patient might need to wear braces twice, along with some of the advantages offered by the treatment.

Braces have been a trusted, reliable method for straightening teeth and creating beautiful smiles for decades—and they likely aren’t going anywhere anytime soon! While many patients these days are quite familiar with their purpose, there are many fascinating and lesser-known facts about these nifty metal appliances that might seem surprising. Continue reading to learn a little more about metal braces so that when the time comes, you can commit to orthodontic treatment with the utmost confidence!

At the turn of the 20^th century, the pacifier came along—and this device has garnered quite a reputation for being a lifesaver for parents struggling to soothe their fussy babies! However, did you know that despite their inherent usefulness, pacifiers have the potential to negatively impact dental development? Here’s more from your trusted pediatric dentist about this curious connection along with some ways to safely break the habit and ensure that your little one’s teeth come in correctly.