Bloom Pediatric Dentistry Blog

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.

Ensuring your child has a healthy smile involves more than just regular brushing. As a parent, understanding the importance of children’s dental health is critical for helping them learn lifelong oral hygiene habits. Continue reading to find five crucial facts every parent should know to help their child succeed in matters of dental health.

Kids love swimming. Who can blame them? The only summertime activity that might be better is eating ice cream. But did you know that prolonged exposure to chlorine can be bad for their teeth?

If you thought, “Nothing is safe anymore”, we feel you. Fortunately, there are simple ways to avoid pool-related dental drama. Keep reading to learn more and help protect your little Olympian’s oral health.