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Make Brushing Fun!
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.
It’s gratifying to know your child has good oral hygiene, especially starting from an early age. We know it can be difficult to get your son or daughter to brush Read more
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Should Children Use Whitening Products?
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.
As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read more
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How do I clean my baby’s teeth?
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.
Creating good dental hygiene habits early in your child’s life is essential to the health of his or her teeth, even when your infant doesn’t have any. By starting now, Read more
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June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.
The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, Read more
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What is hyperdontia?
posted: May 30, 2023.
When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with additional teeth, and our team at Anderson Read more
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Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
posted: May 23, 2023.
“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more
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Why should I have my child’s wisdom teeth removed?
posted: May 16, 2023.
The wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent molars to emerge from the gums. This can occur as early as age 17 or as late as 21. Though some Read more
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Cleaning Your Baby’s Teeth
posted: May 09, 2023.
In the eyes of most parents, nothing is cuter than their baby’s smile. Did you know your little one’s smile (that is, his or her oral health) actually plays a Read more
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Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 02, 2023.
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Anderson Pediatric Dentistry.Everyone wants a glowing Read more
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The Thumb-Sucking Habit
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
At Anderson Pediatric Dentistry, we are often asked “should I be concerned with my child’s thumb sucking?” So, our team thought we’d share what our thoughts are on your child Read more
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Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
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How to Brush a Two-Year-Old’s Teeth Effectively
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
Our team at Anderson Pediatric Dentistry would like to offer some tips regarding the sometimes dreaded task of brushing a toddler’s teeth. Much of the trick lies in the positioning. Before Read more
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Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.
First aid training is a must when you are a parent. You can put on a bandage with your eyes closed. Perhaps even apply butterfly tape to avoid stitches. What Read more
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The Perks of Dairy
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.
We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things Read more
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What are dental sealants, who should get them, and how long do they last?
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Dental sealants are an excellent way to protect children’s teeth from tooth decay by coating them with a thin plastic material. Their teeth look and feel like normal, but they Read more
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St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more