As a parent, hearing your baby cry and not knowing how to comfort them can be heartbreaking. While all babies cry, excessive fussiness or signs of colic can leave many parents searching for answers. One possible but often overlooked cause of prolonged crying is a lip or tongue-tie. These conditions may affect how your baby feeds, swallows, and digests, which in turn can contribute to colic-like symptoms.

When you learn your child has an oral condition, it’s completely understandable to go on a research-spree trying to learn everything you can about the problem. While it’s definitely easier to find good resources on lip and tongue ties, odds are you’ve probably still stumbled upon some information that isn’t entirely accurate. Keep reading to see why these lip and tongue tie myths are totally busted!

Invisalign is a modern alternative to traditional metal braces that realigns a patient’s teeth using a personalized sequence of clear aligners. Each of these devices is designed to shift the teeth closer to their ideal positions, and they are virtually invisible when worn while requiring no dietary restrictions. However, you’ll still need to maintain good oral habits and practice excellent hygiene to keep your treatment on track. Here’s a quick overview of a few excellent Invisalign habits as well as a few that can lead to costly treatment delays.

Invisalign is a clear alternative for young patients who are embarrassed by their smile and would rather undergo treatment with a more discreet set of braces. Its design promotes flexibility because of how easy it is to remove the trays before eating and drinking. However, this removability comes with great responsibility. Invisalign aligners do not affix to teeth like metal brackets and wires, so what should you do if your child or teen loses one of their trays? Keep reading to find out.

To date, more than 17 million patients have chosen to straighten their teeth with Invisalign. This is largely because the aligners are clear and custom-made for each patient, ensuring they don’t draw unwanted attention or cause soft tissue irritation. But do they also reduce your risk of tooth decay? If this question has been on your mind, then read on to find out the answer!

It’s no fun to see your child in pain from a nasty toothache. So if the discomfort suddenly disappears, you might feel relieved. You might even think that the problem simply solved itself.

Unfortunately, toothaches can be a bit more complicated than that, and your dentist will most likely still recommend pulp therapy for your child. Keep reading to learn why this treatment is sometimes necessary, even when a tooth stops hurting.

No one wants to get a tooth extracted – especially children. However, sometimes this procedure is necessary to preserve the health of the rest of the mouth. Tooth extractions are common and considered very safe. However, with any procedure comes risks. Even though it is very uncommon, it’s important to take some necessary steps to prevent dry socket – a painful complication. Continue reading to learn more about dry socket, how to prevent it, and what to do if you think your child has it.

Every baby tooth is essential for your little one’s oral health and development. However, some situations require a tooth to be removed, such as from severe decay or overcrowding. Your child’s pediatric dentist will only recommend extraction when it is in the best interest of your little one. Unfortunately, this will mean your child will have a bit of a recovery ahead of them. Don’t worry. Here are a few tips to keep your child comfortable and ensure a quick recovery.

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You’re minding your own business when, suddenly, from the depths of the house, you hear your teen call your name. They’ve lost part of their tooth. Not their entire tooth, and not an organic fragment, but their dental crown! What should you do?

This is a good question. Crowns and natural teeth are very different, after all. Fortunately, a lost dental crown isn’t as serious as a lost tooth. Still, if the crown fell out, the natural part of your kid’s tooth is now exposed. It’ll require a gentle hand and some meticulous care, but there are a few things you can do after calling your emergency pediatric dentist. Keep reading to learn more.

Your child (or teen) is scheduled to receive a full set of traditional braces, and you’re both a little stressed. This orthodontic treatment has a reputation for being difficult to adjust to, after all.

Not to worry. These four tips for getting through the first week should help your child get the hang of their new dental appliance. With some mindfulness and consistent habits, they’ll be a braces pro in no time!