As parents, we do everything we can to protect our children, from scraped knees to sniffles. But did you know that something as innocent as a bedtime bottle could put your child’s smile at risk? Let’s talk about bottlemouth syndrome: what it is, why it matters, and how Palos Heights families can prevent it.
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Teething is a wild ride for both babies and parents. As those tiny teeth start pushing through, you’ll probably notice lots of drooling, crankiness, and maybe a few sleepless nights. Totally normal, right? Most of the time, it is! But here’s the thing—not every teething symptom is business as usual.
Sometimes, what seems like a teething hiccup could actually be a ...
When you have a baby, there are many things to consider regarding their care and safety. You may feel overwhelmed with all the decisions, so having a pediatric dentist you can trust regarding your baby’s oral health needs is essential. At Palos Pediatric Dentistry, we provide expert care and advice for children of all ages; we often field questions about ...
Your baby goes through a lot in their first year of life! One of their most significant developments is tooth eruption. It's an exciting time when new teeth emerge because you'll be able to introduce your little one to solid foods, and they'll soon start learning speech patterns and how to form words with their new teeth.
However, new teeth can ...
We all know permanent teeth ultimately replace baby teeth, but that doesn't make them unimportant. They must last your child for many years of chewing, biting, and smiling. Healthy baby teeth are essential for speech development, proper jaw growth, and for setting a solid foundation for their lifelong smile. In addition, studies show that caring for baby teeth makes for ...
Bottlemouth syndrome is a type of tooth decay that occurs in very young children typically during infancy and when they are toddlers. It is the result of exposure to sugary liquids such as juice, or even milk for long periods of time, usually carried around in a bottle or used at night or during naps. Bottlemouth syndrome usually leads ...
Tooth decay is exceedingly common in children, which means that keeping up with your child’s oral health is extremely important, especially in their first few weeks. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics report that tooth decay is the most common chronic children’s disease in the county.
Since preventing this disease begins even just in ...
Having a newborn at home is one of the most exciting times in life! And, it's certainly one of the most stressful. There's about a million things to think about with a newborn, and often teeth are pretty low on the list of concerns (since they don't have any yet!). BUT, the dietary preferences ...
It is hard to believe that the grand opening of our Palos office is happening in one week! We have been busy preparing and ordering all of the supplies, instruments, uniforms, and kid prizes, but we are most excited this week about the launch of our new website! Please take a moment ...