Fears and Fun of Losing Baby Teeth

Kids usually lose their first baby tooth around 5 or 6 years old. However they can start as early as 4 or as late as 8 years old. No matter when that first tooth gets loose, it is a monumental time! Every child reacts differently when they start to lose their baby teeth. Some kids get excited and can’t wait …

A Quick Guide to Avoiding Cavities

No one likes the time and pain associated with cavities, especially children. Even though Dr. Dixon has many great pediatric dental services to help this process go smoother, cavities are still no fun. To help prevent these dreaded cavities here are five helpful tips: Brush and Floss Teeth twice daily Brushing a flossing regularly prevents sugary and acidic food from …

Natural Teething Remedies to Soothe Your Baby

Teething is a painful milestone that every baby will go through. While dealing with a fussy, cranky baby can put you at your wit’s end, there are ways you can help your little one get through this experience. The following remedies are natural ways that effectively provide much needed relief to teething babies. Cold Applying something cold to numb the …

What is ECTD?

What is ECTD? ECTD or Early Childhood Tooth Decay is exactly what it sounds like: children’s teeth that are decaying and rotting. However, ECTD refers to baby teeth in children as young as one year. While most parents are concerned about the oral health of their kids, baby teeth early on in a child’s life can often be neglected. Teeth …