When it comes to oral health, adolescence is a pivotal time for Carlsbad youth. On the upside, the last of the permanent teeth come in providing young men and women with their “adult smile.” Good habits can be forged and reinforced. Teeth can be straightened, providing increased confidence when it is often sorely needed. On the […]
Let Your Kids Fight The Evil Cavity-Causing Sorceress
Your child’s smartphone or tablet could be another vital tool to help them establish effective dental hygiene habits. A mobile app called Toothsavers was introduced in 2014 by a coalition of organizations dedicated to public health.
Does Your Child Have An Overbite?
Malocclusions (bite problems) include overbites, underbites and crossbites. Jaw alignment disorders restrict proper chewing, talking, and swallowing. They can also cause teeth to shift around in the mouth. Carlsbad dentistry patients with bite problems are at a greater risk for tooth decay and periodontal disease because bite misalignment often makes it difficult to maintain proper oral hygiene.
Healthy Baby Teeth For Encinitas Toddlers
Though we don’t often think about it, Encinitas children as young as 9 or 10 months of age can be infected with cavity-producing bacteria, which cause cavities and tooth decay. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that almost 20% of children 2 to 5 have untreated cavities, and the percentage rises in children over 6.
4 Reasons To Get Your Child To Your Encinitas Dentist
Did you know that The American Dental Association recommends that a child’s first visit to a dentist should occur around twelve months of age?
For many parents in the San Marcos CA, Escondido, and Oceanside area, this may come as a surprise. Today in the La Costa Dental Excellence post, we are going to review 4 reasons why your toddler’s teeth are worth a dental visit.
Our Top Priority At La Costa Dental Excellence In Carlsbad
At La Costa Dental Excellence, our passion is helping Encinitas patients achieve and maintain a healthy and beautiful smile.
