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
- Jul 3, 2023
- 2 min
What to do when a dental emergency happens on vacation
When you and the family are on vacation, the last thing you want to happen is a dental emergency. The good news is you don't have to...
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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 30, 2022
- 2 min
Tips for preventing holiday cavities!
The holidays are a fun time of year full of activities, socializing, and delicious food. But rich foods aren’t always friendly to teeth....
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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 1, 2022
- 4 min
Ask the Dentist! Our dentist and staff answer your most common questions.
Dr. Christi Davis and the talented team at Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry answer the most frequently asked questions they hear from...
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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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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Jan 4, 2022
- 2 min
Want a healthy alternative to sugar? Try xylitol. It’s naturally sweet.
There’s an ingredient that’s getting a lot more attention these days for its ability to substitute for sugar in food. It’s xylitol!...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Dec 3, 2021
- 2 min
Gift ideas to excite your kids about oral health.
For the holidays, we typically think of toys and sweets for gifts. But what if you gave gifts to improve your kid’s oral health? Good...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Nov 1, 2021
- 3 min
Brush, Floss, Rinse, Repeat
An easy breakdown for how to care for your child’s teeth. The holidays are around the corner and that means lots of friends, family, and...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Oct 1, 2021
- 2 min
How to have a Ghoulishly Healthy Halloween!
The weather is cooling and the leaves are changing colors…which means Halloween is right around the corner! While you’re busy planning...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Sep 1, 2021
- 1 min
Healthy Snacks for Healthy Smiles
When you are on the go and running your family between school, extracurricular activities, and other events, it can be hard to eat well....
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Aug 2, 2021
- 2 min
Keep Kids’ Teeth Healthy During Summer Travel
As the end of summer draws nearer, many families are squeezing in one or two more vacations. If you’re one of those families, it’s...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Jul 14, 2021
- 2 min
Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist?
Pediatric dentistry is the specialty of dentistry that focuses on the oral health of young people. Many families wonder whether they...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Jun 4, 2021
- 2 min
Top Ways Pregnant Women Can Give Their Newborns a Healthy Start
Are you pregnant? Congratulations, and guess what? Now you’re brushing for two! Pregnancy changes many things in an expectant mother’s...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Apr 2, 2021
- 3 min
How to Treat Your Child’s Canker Sore
Canker sores are small, shallow open wounds (or ulcers) in your mouth that can make eating and talking painful. Canker sores can happen...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Mar 1, 2021
- 3 min
Will Thumb Sucking Harm My Child’s Teeth?
Why do kids suck their thumbs? Thumb sucking is a natural reflex that begins in the womb, before birth. For babies and small children, it...
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Brier Creek Pediatric Dentistry
- Feb 1, 2021
- 2 min
How Water Keeps Your Child’s Teeth Healthy
Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM) to raise awareness about...
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