by Pediatric Dentist | Oct 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Early Care in Children: The Importance of Establishing a “Dental Home” Joe B. Castellano, DDS Early dental care is essential in establishing and maintaining optimal oral health in children. This is why it is so important for parents and caregivers to begin to...
by Pediatric Dentist | Sep 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
ADA Celebrates CVS Oral Health Month In collaboration with CVS Pharmacy’s celebration of CVS Oral Health Month, the Association is providing a major presence at the retailer’s locations and website this September. This presence includes a circular ad on...
by Pediatric Dentist | Aug 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
Dental Health and Orthodontic Problems Dental Health Twin studies conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that the average U.S. adolescent of the 1970s had six or seven cavities; his 1990s counterpart, just three. Today’s teenagers are twice...
by Pediatric Dentist | Jun 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
Here is a practical and no-nonsense approach to fighting cavities with diet. We all know that sugar causes cavities, but we need to look at foods that contain carbohydrates and how long they stick to the teeth as a cause also. Here is a snack guide to help you decide...
by Pediatric Dentist | May 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
Fluoride Varnish: What Parents Need to Know Healthy gums and teeth are important to your child’s overall health. This is why your child’s doctor will talk with you about good dental habits even before your child’s first tooth appears. Once your...
by Pediatric Dentist | Apr 12, 2018 | Uncategorized
How Pediatricians Screen for Autism Pediatricians start screening your baby for signs of developmental or communication challenges like autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from his or her very first well-child visit. Your pediatrician observes how your baby giggles,...