There’s nothing quite like the excitement of waiting for your child’s first tooth to erupt. But unfortunately, this excitement is also paired with a little bit of dread. After all, tooth eruption is uncomfortable and brings all of the unwanted side effects of teething, such as excessive drooling, irritability, and your child’s desire to put… Read More
At our pediatric dental office in Overland Park, we know how important it is for a kid to have just the right toothbrush. Chances are, your child’s choice is either his favorite color or has one of his favorite characters on it. But he can’t keep the same brush forever, so how do you know… Read More
The month of February is a time to celebrate the loved ones we have in our lives. It also happens to be the month of your pediatric dentist’s favorite holiday — National Children’s Dental Health Month! Every year, the American Dental Association hosts this 28-day (sometimes 29!) celebration for all things related to children’s oral… Read More
A healthy diet is full of colorful fruits and crunchy veggies. But at our pediatric dental office in Kansas City, we want all of the parents of our patients to know these healthy snacks are also great for a healthy smile. Just like your body, your teeth need certain foods that taste great and make… Read More
We’ve all used our teeth to tear open packaging that’s just too hard to open with our hands. However, your pediatric dentist in Overland Park wants to remind you that there are tools designed to specifically help us open pesky packages, and those tools aren’t our teeth. Both children and adults alike can damage their… Read More