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Breathing wellness in children

Breathing, Wellness, and The Developing Child

Leave a Comment / Pediatric Dentistry, Sleep Dentistry /

… and The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry “Change breathing… changes lives.” Children cannot thrive and reach their true intellectual and developmental potential without breathing properly, throughout the day and throughout the night.  An underdeveloped facial structure with narrow nasal passages, narrow dental arches and a resultant crowded dentition creates a very poor environment for […]

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

Leave a Comment / General, Pediatric Dentistry /

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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Dr. Cavan Brunsden with a special needs patient at Kidzdent

Special Needs Dentistry and Sedation

2 Comments / Sedation Dentistry, Special Needs Dentistry /

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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Dr. nancy Villa smiling with a patient and their parent at kidzdent

Why Should You Consider Early Orthodontics for Your Child

2 Comments / Family Orthodontics, General, Pediatric Dentistry /

Early orthodontics promotes an aligned bite and enhances dental function, minimizing any oral concerns before they become serious issues. Many of us do not naturally develop perfectly straight teeth, so beginning treatment at an early age helps avoid expensive restorative procedures. At KidZdent, we want parents and their children to understand the importance of initiating

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