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Pacifier or Thumb – What’s a Mother To Do?

Why do babies develop finger and pacifier habits? Babies have a natural tendency to suckle–blankets, fingers, pacifiers–even in the womb! This is a natural survival instinct since sucking and proper mouth development is essential to baby’s nutrition. While necessary at birth, the natural sucking instinct can develop into long-term finger and pacifier habits. Should a newborn […]

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Invisalign® vs. Traditional Orthodontics

If you wish to straighten your smile but do not want obvious metal wire braces, Family Orthodontics at KidZdent offers a solution. Invisalign clear braces are available to teenagers and young adults who are responsible when it comes to their dental care. These clear aligners are popular due to their undetectable nature. The common comparisons

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Dr. Cavan Brunsden with a special needs patient at Kidzdent

Special Needs Dentistry and Sedation

For patients with special needs, including mental and physical disabilities, dental appointments can be a strenuous event. At KidZdent, our dentists and dedicated team utilize a gentle and personal approach to provide dental services. Our top priority is patient comfort, and we work closely with caregivers to create a relaxing environment for patients with special

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Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

Maintaining the health of primary (baby) teeth is exceptionally important. Although baby teeth will eventually be replaced, they fulfill several crucial functions in the meantime. Baby teeth aid enunciation and speech production, help a child chew food correctly, maintain space for adult teeth, and prevent the tongue from posturing abnormally in the mouth. When baby teeth are

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Welcome To Our Blog!

Our team at KidZdent is happy to welcome you to our pediatric and orthodontic dental blog, where will be posting information about how to take care of your child’s smile, family orthodontics, answering frequently asked questions, and keeping you up-to-date on the latest in the field of dentistry for kids and family orthodontics. While many

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