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If your child’s dentist has recommended dental sealants, you may have many questions about exactly what they are, if they’re safe, and how they can benefit your child. Dental sealants are one proven treatment option that, along with regular dental cleanings at the dentist’s office and at-home care, can help maintain good dental health. In […]

Braces can create a beautiful smile, but a retainer is needed in order to maintain it. Kids’ retainers are mostly used as the last step of orthodontic treatment. After braces have been removed, teeth can move back toward their original position without retainers to help maintain the position of straightened teeth. In this blog, the doctors at

Invisalign is a popular orthodontic treatment that’s used as an alternative to traditional braces. It straightens teeth using a series of removable plastic aligners, and for many people, including children, it offers several strong advantages over traditional braces. In this blog, the pediatric dentists at Park View Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics will explain how Invisalign

For some children, going to the dentist can be a challenge for various reasons. As a parent, you may be looking for a practice that offers pediatric sedation dentistry so your child can more easily and comfortably receive the dental care he or she needs. In this blog, the pediatric dentists at Park View Pediatric

As your child grows, his or her dentist will keep their teeth clean and healthy. You may find that your child also needs an orthodontist, who specializes and is trained to straighten and align the teeth. In this blog, the pediatric dentists at Park View Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics will explain how to know if

As a parent, it can be challenging enough to find a dentist that your child is comfortable with. But when you add the factor of having a child who has special needs, it can be that much more stressful. At Park View Pediatric Dentistry, our pediatric dentists have extensive training and experience in treating special

How many times has an accident happened and you wished you could have taken back those precious minutes before or have thought about more preventative measures you could have taken? We want to enjoy cheering our children on during team sports and experience their laughter during playground fun. However, increased activity also means greater odds

As parents, no matter how diligent we are with our children’s brushing, flossing and dental visits, sometimes children may exhibit certain habitual behavior patterns or food choices that may ultimately be harmful to their teeth. It is important to be on the lookout for these habits and work with your child as early as possible

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 1 in 5 households in the U.S. include at least one child with a special health care need. Special needs children generally need help with all of their daily activities, and maintaining proper dental care is no exception. It is now documented by many reliable

Both children and adults alike experience Dentophobia—fear of going to the dentist. Like many phobias, the feelings are very real and anxiety producing. Many adults have suffered with a lifetime of poor oral health because this fear was not dealt with at a young age, and as a result have compromised overall health. The causes