What's the difference between family dentists and pediatric dentists?
Ever wonder about the difference between family dentists and pediatric dentists? We break down what pediatric dentistry is, why it...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Apr 1
- 2 min
Is it bad to share a toothbrush? And other toothbrush facts.
Sharing toothbrushes. Some do it occasionally, some think it is gross. Either way, it happens more often than you think. Is it a good...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Mar 4
- 3 min
The 5 Stages of Teething
When your adorable baby starts fussing it can mean they have new teeth coming in, otherwise known as teething. This can be an...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Jan 23
- 3 min
Quick Tips to Set your Child's Dental Health on the Right Track this Year!
Infants Clean your baby’s gums with gauze or warm washcloth after feedings. Don’t dip baby pacifiers in sugar or sweet liquids. Don’t use...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Dec 4, 2023
- 2 min
Chewing Over Gum Disease: A Parent's Guide to Fighting Back Against Gum Disease in Kids
When you or your child has bad breath, it can be from food, a side effect of medication, or a symptom of a bigger problem, like gum...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Oct 2, 2023
- 3 min
The sweet dangers of sugar on teeth
It’s candy season, aka Halloween month, which is the sweetest month of the year for kids. With all the treats showing up in the stores,...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Sep 6, 2023
- 2 min
The wonderful world of braces and retainers!
Throughout your child’s development, a dentist may suggest your child see an orthodontist. Orthodontic care is not only to help correct...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Aug 3, 2023
- 2 min
6 ways to calm your child’s fear of the dentist
Sometimes, children develop a fear of the dentist. Whether it is from a bad experience, an association, or simply the unknown, you can...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Jun 5, 2023
- 2 min
Do cavities run in the family?
Just like other health issues, cavities can be inherited or shared with family members. Most of the time, tooth decay (which causes...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- May 1, 2023
- 2 min
The connection between your oral health and overall health
Your child’s oral health can tell a lot about their overall health. Research shows more than 90 percent of diseases that affect the...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Mar 1, 2023
- 2 min
Meet Nature's Toothbrushes
While brushing and flossing are irreplaceable when it comes to oral health, certain foods can help your kid’s toothbrush do its job. Many...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Feb 3, 2023
- 2 min
Brush, Floss, and Smile!
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! The focus is brush, floss, and smile, so this month we’ll focus on kid-friendly tips...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Jan 4, 2023
- 2 min
How to stop your child from biting their nails
Kids can bite their nails for many reasons: curiosity, boredom, stress relief, habit, or imitation. But when they chew on nails for an...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Nov 2, 2022
- 2 min
The Power of Praise: Why and How to Praise your Child for Brushing their Teeth
Praise feels good to everyone, so it makes sense that when teaching children to brush their teeth, praise can help them establish healthy...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Sep 30, 2022
- 3 min
Test your Halloween IQ!
Put your Halloween knowledge to the test, from why the colors are black and orange to why we give out treats. And don't forget to take...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Aug 1, 2022
- 2 min
What teeth cleanings look like at the dentist
We teach kids about cleaning their hands, their hair, and their play area, so it makes sense to teach them about getting their teeth...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Jul 5, 2022
- 2 min
Manual Toothbrush vs. Electric Toothbrush
Have you ever wondered whether you should use an electric toothbrush or a manual toothbrush? When taking care of your oral health and...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Jun 6, 2022
- 1 min
Book Club! Your Teeth-Loving Summer Reading List.
Reading lights up the imagination and teaches us about everything from fictitious faraway lands to our own backyards. So why not include...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- May 3, 2022
- 3 min
“Healthy” snacks that may not be great for your child’s teeth
You’re already teaching your child the basics of taking care of teeth: brush twice a day, floss, and regular dental cleanings and...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Apr 1, 2022
- 3 min
Ouch! Sensitive Teeth in Kids and How to Address the Discomfort.
If your child complains of pain when eating or drinking hot or cold foods, or if they refuse to brush their teeth unexpectedly, they may...
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