Between school schedules, sports and everyday life, dental care can easily get pushed aside — especially when it comes to baby teeth. But those early years play a powerful role in a child’s long-term health and confidence.

Did you know that babies only have 20 teeth, but adults have 32? Between gaining the first set of baby teeth, losing those, then replacing them with adult teeth — it’s a lot of transition for your kiddos. Here’s exactly what to expect…

As teeth come in, babies may have sore or tender gums. It's tough to watch your baby in discomfort. To help your baby feel better, you can...

We encourage parents and care providers to establish a child’s dental “home” by the time they are 12 months of age. The first visit is a time to introduce your child to a pediatric dental practice and begin the journey of being comfortable and gaining confidence for future appointments.

Brushing and flossing are essential, but what your family eats every day also helps build strong, healthy teeth. The right foods can naturally clean, strengthen and protect your smiles.

. But here’s something many parents don’t realize: the design and fit of a pacifier can influence how your baby’s mouth, jaw and teeth develop.

From trick-or-treating to candy canes, the holiday season is packed with sugary temptations. While these treats are a fun part of celebrating, aim for tooth-friendlier treats like these...

Many parents who had braces as a child remember getting impressions, a.k.a. “the goopy molds.” Good news: the goop is gone and 3D scanning technology is here.

Moms are typically thinking about safety gear like helmets, knee pads and sunscreen, but don’t forget an important one: your child’s mouth. Dental injuries hurt.

If you’re concerned about cavities in your little one’s mouth, sealants can be a great addition to your dental care routine. Pediatric dental sealants are an excellent prevention technique — they reduce 80% of all cavities that occur on the surface of the tooth, where chewing occurs.

If food, bacteria and acid are how cavities grow, then making changes to each of these areas can interrupt cavity formation.

As you gear up for a new school year, don’t forget to include your child’s oral health in your back-to-school checklist. Five dental essentials every parent should consider...

A common question pediatric dentists get from parents is, “Why do we have to treat baby teeth, when they’re just going to fall out?” There are numerous good reasons.

At the most basic level, a dental cavity is a hole in a tooth. These holes can range from very small or incipient (developing), to quite large and encompassing the entire tooth. Cavities can grow on baby teeth and permanent teeth alike. To understand how cavities form, it is important to first understand the structure or anatomy of the tooth.

A panoramic X-ray, also known as a Panorex, is a two-dimensional dental X-ray that captures the entire mouth in a single image. It provides a broad view of teeth, jaws and surrounding structures, allowing dentists to assess the overall dental health and diagnose potential issues.

This summer, you’ll find us at Fun in the Park, an annual program by Albany Parks & Recreation where kids and parents can meet up for games, crafts and outdoor fun.

At our practice, we use Solea, a cutting-edge dental laser that replaces the traditional drill for most procedures, making visits smoother.

Regular dental checkups every six months are important for children because they help to prevent dental problems from developing or worsen

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Pediatric dentists specialize in recognizing the stages of decay in baby teeth and will recommend the appropriate treatment for your child’s