Anderson Pediatric Dentistry

2021 - The Year of the Healthy Mouth
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

New Year’s Resolutions Every year, January 1st rolls around and we commit to new ways to improve ourselves and make changes in our habits. We resolve to eat healthier, exercise more, Read more
Category: Oral Health, Teeth Cleaning, Children's Teeth, Kid's Teeth, Kids Dentist
Seal Out Summer Cavities
Author: Ashley Nietzer posted: Jun. 01, 2021.

Summer months are almost upon us. School will be out soon and kids will find themselves with more free time and more relaxed schedules. While we all look forward to the break from the daily school routine, this change in routine may not be great for your child’s teeth. Dental sealants on your child’s back teeth are a great preventative measure that can protect your child’s teeth and help keep cavities at bay. Read more
Category: Oral Health, Cavities, #SmileMore, Preventative Care, Dental Sealants
When Do Baby Teeth Fall Out?
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Aug. 31, 2020.

When will your child lose their first teeth? Which ones will fall out first? Read more
Category: Oral Health, Speech Development, Children's Teeth, Kid's Teeth, Kids Dentist
Will Swimming Turn Your Child's Teeth Green?
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Jun. 08, 2020.

Just as chlorine can cause green hair, it can also leave lasting effects on your child's teeth. Learn what you can do to prevent swimmer's calculus, staining and enamel erosion while your child swims. Read more
Category: Oral Health, Children's Teeth, Kid's Teeth, Sports and Activities
How to Keep Your Child’s Teeth Healthy During Covid-19
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: May 11, 2020.

Covid-19 has changed our daily lives and disrupted schedules and routines. School may be on a break, but cavities are not. Learn how you can protect your child's smile. Read more
Category: Oral Health, Teeth Cleaning, Community
How Teeth Affect Speech
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Feb. 03, 2020.

It can be difficult to understand just how important our teeth are. We all know that they are useful for smiling and eating. We know that beautiful teeth make pretty Read more
Category: Oral Health, Speech Development
Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Jan. 13, 2020.

Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay Baby bottle tooth decay, or bottle mouth, is the name given to this common early childhood dental condition. Decay is caused by frequent and long exposures Read more
Category: Oral Health, Cavities
Little Teeth Work Hard!
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Jan. 07, 2020.

Why You Should Bother with Baby Teeth Baby teeth may be tiny, but they sure are mighty. Your child’s baby teeth actually set the stage for their future oral development, and Read more
Category: Oral Health, Kid's Teeth
Who Brushed Better: Pilgrims or Native Americans?
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 24, 2019.

This week, all across America, families, and friends will celebrate Thanksgiving. People will reflect on their blessings, spend time with family, eat delicious food, watch football and brush their teeth! Read more
Category: Oral Health, Teeth Cleaning, Food and Diet, Holiday
Little Teeth, BIG Job!
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 13, 2019.

We hear it all the time. Do baby teeth even matter? Yes! Yes, yes, yes, yes, and yes! Baby teeth matter and we are going to tell you exactly why these Read more
Category: Oral Health, Kid's Teeth
Halloween Survival Guide
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Oct. 30, 2019.

Halloween Survival Guide For Your Teeth Choose candy that is eaten quickly. Choose a candy that melts and is quick to eat, like chocolate and candy bars, over suckers and hard candies Read more
Category: Oral Health, Holiday, Halloween, Candy
Pack a Punch with Pumpkin
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Oct. 21, 2019.

Pumpkin Stir-Fry Spice up any cold fall night with this easy pumpkin stir-fry from earthofmarie.com Pumpkin Chili Everyone loves a bowl of chili. Pump up the nutrients with pumpkin in this yummy recipe Read more
Category: Oral Health, Food and Diet
Pumpkin - Good for More than Pie!
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Oct. 19, 2019.

It’s the season of Pumpkins! Everywhere you look, it’s pumpkin this and pumpkin spice that. From lattes to pies, candles to fudge, it seems pumpkin has been added to everything. Read more
Category: Oral Health, Food and Diet
Bruxism and What You Need to Know
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Oct. 15, 2019.

What is it? Bruxism is a medical term for the grinding of teeth or the clenching of jaws. Bruxism often happens when kids are asleep or under stress. How common is it? Read more
Category: Oral Health, Kid's Teeth
Kicking the Habit
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Oct. 09, 2019.

Is thumbsucking really that bad? Sure, it’s a bit annoying to look over and see your child walking around, playing or even sleeping with his thumb stuck in his mouth, Read more
Category: Oral Health, Speech Development, Kid's Teeth
Pacifier Wars - The Struggle is Real
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Sep. 30, 2019.

What’s small and plastic, can soothe a baby, or cause an end-of-the world meltdown- all in the same day? If you guessed pacifier, you are right! No matter what you call Read more
Category: Oral Health, Speech Development, Children's Teeth