Pediatric Dentistry Tag Archives

little girl with several missing baby teeth

08 Sep Tooth Fairy Day: When Do Children Start Losing Their Baby Teeth?

Posted at 14:33h in Pediatric Dentistry by Hicks Dental Group

Aside from the magic of getting a prize from the tooth fairy, losing a tooth is an important part of growing up. Kids usually start losing their baby teeth around age six. It is important to let these teeth fall out naturally, as losing a...

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17 Jul 5 Common Dental Emergencies for Kids

Posted at 05:35h in Pediatric Dentistry by Hicks Dental Group

Daily brushing and flossing is a must for children, but it won’t prevent dental emergencies. Dental pain can cause major disruptions in your child’s development and affect the way that they learn, play, speak, and eat. And because some infections can spread from the mouth...

child with a spoon in mouth - when to start brushing your baby's teeth

09 Oct When to Start Brushing Your Baby’s Teeth

Posted at 00:28h in Pediatric Dentistry by Hicks Dental Group

You would think the answer to this question would be simply: “When they get one of course!” However, good oral hygiene starts from day one (well, you might be tired on day one so maybe more like day 3 or 10…). It might seem easy...

24 Feb Cavity Treatment Options for Baby Teeth in Children

Posted at 18:43h in Cavities, Pediatric Dentistry by Hicks Dental Group

Do cavities in baby teeth require treatment if the teeth are just going to fall out anyway? Absolutely! When left untreated, the harmful bacteria that cause cavities in baby teeth can actually lead to painful infections that may even affect the development of your child's...

22 Apr Do Your Kids Need Dental Sealants?

Posted at 22:23h in Dental Health, Sealants by Hicks Dental Group

Dental sealants are an excellent addition to mouths of any age. They help shield our teeth from invasive bacteria in a safe, painless, and efficient way. Plus, they’re cost-effective, sturdy, and easy to install. At Hicks Dental Group in Prescott, we can’t advocate for sealants enough....

23 Feb 5 Dental Health Tips for Your Kids

Posted at 18:54h in Dental Health, Pediatric Dentistry by Hicks Dental Group

Hicks Dental Group in Prescott is a family practice specializing in dental health for patients of all ages. We enjoy promoting good dental health for kids, who need to learn daily dental habits while they’re young. Childhood is the time for kids to develop an...

10 Mar When does your child or infant need to see a dentist?

Posted at 07:39h in Pediatric Dentistry by Hicks Dental Group

This is a common question among new mothers lately so we decided to discuss it! So here's the answer to "When does your child or infant need to see a dentist?" Newborns first appointment Most dentists recommend bringing your baby to the dentist around 6 months...