Pediatric Dentistry

The Association Between Periodontitis and Cognitive Impairment in Adults: What Parents Need To Know

The Association Between Periodontitis and Cognitive Impairment in Adults: What Parents Need To Know

It is just as important for parents to continue to maintain positive oral health as they get older, not only to lead by example, but also because many neurological studies are now showing that Dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may be linked to periodontal disease, specifically the type of gum damage that results in […]

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Dental Sealants

Dental Sealants 101: Everything, Every Parent Needs To Know

What Are Dental Sealants? Dental sealants are thin, clear coatings that seal over the narrow grooves found on the chewing surfaces of back teeth (molars and premolars). The protective material is stationed perfectly covering these deep pits. The procedure is quick, painless and takes than 2-3 minutes per tooth to complete.The ultimate goal of sealants

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Preventing Bad Breath Among Children

The Study In most cases, the main cause of bad breath in children typically includes dental caries or poor oral and dental hygiene. There are other potential contributors to be considered as well such as taking certain prescribed medications or vitamins, malocclusions, a child’s diet, dry mouth, and large tonsils. However, a recent study from in the September issue

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KidZ Are Already Sweet… They Don’t Need Sugar!

The data of the top-selling beverages marketed to children under 12 years of age was analyzed by expert researchers. All of the nutritional value and factors of each drink was thoroughly investigated from juices to soda and everything in between. Of course, what did researchers discover?  That drink manufacturers simply do not care when it

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KidZdent Honors Global Autism Awareness Day

FACTS: Autism prevalence is now one in every 59 children in America. Do you know, love, or teach someone on the autism spectrum? Well, we believe that when you teach a child on the spectrum, they are really teaching you! On April 2nd, 2019, our KidZdent Family, along with countless other participants, joined the global

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Introducing NEW Technology at KidZdent: Light-Scalpel Laser

KidZdent is now utilizing the most cutting-edge CO2 laser technology on the market- the latest device to come from LightScalpel for oral surgery and soft tissue dentistry. This new technology will be leading the forefront in the treatment of lip and tongue ties through frenectomy procedures in our office.   Skilled practioners assess each patient’s

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