We think it is important for all of our patients, no matter their age, to receive the best dental care possible. For children, it is important to teach them how to properly care for this teeth at home, so they will not require extensive dental treatments as they age. When your child’s first tooth/teeth come in, dental care at home should begin. Cleaning these new teeth, as well as the gums, gently with a piece of gauze or a soft cloth will help to keep them clean. When several teeth have erupted, you can begin brushing them with a soft toothbrush.
Around the age of 1, your child should see a pediatric dentist for the first time, before this time, your pediatrician will be checking for any concerns or irregularities. To ensure that your child does not develop early tooth decay, make sure you do not send them to bed drinking a bottle, or right after breastfeeding, without brushing afterwards. Also, if you child has a thumb sucking habit, help them to kick the habit as early as possible.
You may be nervous about your child’s first dental appointment, we understand! Many parents have a fear themselves of the dentist and are worried their child will experience pain or discomfort during their exam or treatment. We urge you to try and remain calm, as your child can easily pick up on your tension. We work hard to ensure our office is warm, inviting, fun and our exams and treatments are as comfortable as possible.
Are you and your family ready to join the Smile Squad Shepherd family? We can’t wait to meet you! Give us a call today to set up your child’s appointment.
Visit Smile Squad at 3800 N Shepherd Dr #3A, Houston TX, 77018 or call us (281) 688-9816
Orthodontics, also known as dentofacial orthopedics, is a field of dentistry specializing in the diagnosis & treatment of facial and dental imperfections. Orthodontic irregularities are not just an effect of genetic but can also be a result of lifestyle and environmental factors. Some of our patients come to us because they are experiencing an issue with their jaw function or a misalignment in their bite, making it difficult for them to eat or speak. Others look to orthodontic care for issues such as crooked teeth or teeth that have actually rotated in their mouth. No matter the reason, orthodontics can resolve most dental malformations for patients of nearly any age.
TRADITIONAL METAL BRACES
What most people are familiar with when it comes to braces are the stainless steel brackets and wires we’ve all seen growing up. These traditional braces are the most affordable and most selected option for orthodontic treatment. Young patients enjoy the multitude of color varieties available for their bands and, unlike the “old days” of metal braces, today’s traditional braces have thinner wires and smaller brackets.
CERAMIC BRACES
Ceramic braces, more commonly referred to as clear braces, work just like traditional metal braces but are far less noticeable because of the clear or tooth-colored ceramic (or plastic) used for the brackets. You can also opt for the clear wires to make the braces even more unnoticeable.
These may sound like a dream come true, especially if you would prefer to have a more aesthetically pleasing treatment, but there are some things to be aware of with clear braces. They usually will cost more than metal braces and they will stain easier if proper care is not taken to clean them as directed.
Visit Smile Squad at 3800 N Shepherd Dr #3A, Houston TX, 77018 or call us (281) 688-9816
Just look around and you’ll see that stained teeth are everywhere. Several factors of our modern lifestyles actively work against our ability to maintain white teeth.
Here are a few of the common daily habits that can stain teeth:
Drinking coffee, tea, or other dark liquids that can leave stains
Smoking cigarettes or using other tobacco products that contain tar
Not brushing your teeth often enough, or not brushing thoroughly enough when you do.
Tooth trauma or injury
Staining can also occur from dental fluorosis, as well as from taking tetracycline antibiotics at a young age.
Regardless of why your teeth are stained, at some point you will likely wonder whether to look into teeth whitening treatment in order to brighten up your smile. Keep in mind, as long as the teeth are free of cavities and your gums are healthy, there is little medical harm in stained teeth.
So, the decision really rests on your personal preference and the how you feel about your smile. We can’t make this decision for you, but we can assure you that professional teeth whitening methods are safe should you choose to do it.
Visit Smile Squad at 3800 N Shepherd Dr #3A, Houston TX, 77018 or call us (281) 688-9816.
In the surge of the last long stretches of summer, it very well may be enticing to disregard your youngster’s late spring dental test, however skipping it could mean detention for your kid’s mouth.
School year kickoff physical? Booked. New outfits and shoes? Purchased. Yet, remember about your kids’ teeth! It very well might be enticing while you’re crushing in each and every moment of summer amusing to skip their late spring dental arrangement, however it’s just as significant as a yearly physical. Additionally, most schools require a dental specialist’s mark confirming your youngster has a perfect bill of dental wellbeing.
Booking a dental visit before the beginning of the school year saves time surging around previously or later school, and your youngster won’t miss any educational time. It’s assessed that youngsters miss in excess of 50 million hours of school every year because of dental visits. Holes are the most well-known constant youth illness, and early location is critical to basic treatment. By booking a dental test before school begins, you can beat the hurry!
Visit Smile Squad at 3800 N Shepherd Dr #3A, Houston TX, 77018 or call us (281) 688-9816.
