Bloom Pediatric Dentistry Blog

Dental anxiety is common among children, and in many cases, it can interfere with their ability to receive necessary treatment. This is where sedation dentistry comes into play; it can be a safe and effective solution for helping young patients feel calm and comfortable during dental procedures. That said, you might have questions when it comes to two of the most commonly used sedation options: laughing gas (nitrous oxide) and oral conscious sedation. Here’s a closer look at each of them and some of their kid-friendly benefits.

When it comes to your child’s dental health, brushing and flossing are only part of the picture; a healthy diet also plays a big role in building strong teeth, fighting off cavities, and supporting long-term oral health. The foods your child eats can either help protect their smile – or contribute to tooth decay and other dental issues. With that in mind, here’s a closer look at some of the best foods you can encourage your child to eat for the benefit of their dental wellness!

If your child needs a dental crown, you may be wondering what it involves. While it might sound like a big deal, modern dentistry has made this process incredibly streamlined, comfortable, and successful – even for children! That said, it’s still normal to have questions about what the appointment will look like and how you can ensure your child is adequately prepared. Keep reading to learn a little more about what to expect as you help your child navigate this process.

Has your child been complaining about sensitive teeth, or have you noticed a small hole in one of their teeth? If so, it is likely that they have a cavity. Initially, you might be tempted not to do anything about it. After all, baby teeth are designed to fall out anyway. You could reason that they do not need fillings. But that type of thinking is unwise. All cavities, including the ones that develop in baby teeth, should be assessed by a dentist. This blog post explains why that is the case. It also talks about potential treatment options.

Did you know that pediatric dentistry has been around for only about a hundred years? That means that from the time of cavemen all the way to the invention of Mickey Mouse, kids typically had their teeth extracted when they had a cavity! Thankfully, the field has come a long way since then, evolving into a specialization dedicated to children’s oral health. But where did it all truly begin? Continue reading to take a journey through time and discover the origins of pediatric oral care!

When you’re a parent, especially when you’re a new one, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with different people’s advice and guidance, making it hard to know what’s right and what’s wrong. There are countless myths swirling around out there that become so popularly circulated that they feel like fact. That’s why it’s important to bring a critical eye to everything you hear, and if you have any questions about your child’s oral health, always bring them to your pediatric dentist. Read below to learn about four of the most popular children’s oral health myths and what makes them fictitious.

Due to decay, injury, overcrowding, or other circumstances, there may come a time when your dentist recommends that your child undergoes a tooth extraction. This is a new experience for most kids, and it might feel a bit intimidating for parents as well! The good news is that there are some simple things you can do to make their healing process as easy as possible:

Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year for kids, with costumes, candy, and spooky fun everywhere! For you, it’s also a great opportunity to capture your little one’s pearly whites for your family album. Whether they want to be a superhero or a classic creature, here are some kid-friendly costume ideas that will let your child’s smile steal the spotlight this Halloween.

On average, children start to lose their baby teeth around age 6, though the process can begin even earlier for some. Some kids are excited when they notice that their teeth are becoming looser; they are delighted to see a sign that they are growing up! For other children, though, the experience is a bit frightening. If your child is alarmed when their teeth start wiggling, how can you comfort them? This blog post provides some helpful tips from an experienced pediatric dental team.

Back-to-school season is here, which means your child’s daily routine and schedule are about to change quite a bit! The last type of problem you would want them to have to deal with is something like a dental emergency. Follow these four helpful tips to keep cavities and other common dental problems at bay so they can focus on their schoolwork.