What are Pit and Fissure Sealants?
What is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?
Fluoride: How Much is Enough?
What can my child expect at his/her first visit in your office?
Why Are The Primary Teeth So Important?
Does my child need dental x-rays?
Why a good diet = healthy teeth?
Should I worry about thumb sucking?
What is Nitrous Oxide?
What is pediatric dentistry?
Why bring your child to a pediatric dentist?
When should you bring your child for his or her first visit?
What will take place at your child's dental visit?

Why Are The Primary Teeth So Important?
It is very important to maintain the health of the primary teeth. Neglected cavities can and frequently do lead to problems which affect developing permanent teeth. Primary teeth, or baby-teeth are important for (1) proper chewing and eating, (2) providing space for the permanent teeth and guiding them into the correct position, and (3) permitting normal development of the jaw bones and muscles. Primary teeth also affect the development of speech and add to an attractive appearance. While the front 4 teeth last until 6-7 years of age, the back teeth (cuspids and molars) aren’t replaced until age 10-13.