Infants are born with a natural sucking reflex, and it is common for this reflex to evolve into a comforting behavior. Pacifiers can soothe a crying baby. However, parents often worry that a pacifier is dangerous for a baby’s teeth. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises parents that pacifiers are generally safe for babies […]
Baby Talk (About Oral Health)
Taking care of a baby can be exciting, exhausting, and confusing. (All within the space of an hour.) You worry about your son or daughter’s safety. “Did I cover all the outlets?” “Are the medicines locked away?” You worry about your baby’s development. “Is he growing on schedule?” “Shouldn’t she be talking by now?” And […]
Do You Have A Thumbsucking Toddler?
For years, Carlsbad parents have been warned that thumb-sucking can cause future dental problems for their thumb-loving toddlers. One of these problems is a type of malocclusion called an open bite. An open bite occurs when the front teeth in the lower and upper jaw have been moved forward; often to the extent that they […]
Work With Your Pediatric Dentist To Monitor Wisdom Teeth
Even if your youngster practices proper oral hygiene and has no known problems, it’s important to schedule twice-yearly exams and X-rays. One of the reasons for this is to keep an eye on wisdom teeth. If your child’s wisdom teeth emerge during adolescence, it’s important to work with your pediatric dentist on a course of […]
8 Things You Should Know About Your Baby’s Teeth
Life is hectic for new moms and dads and some function on very little sleep for several months. At La Costa Dental Excellence, we don’t want the first year to fly by in a blur without parents giving a thought to their baby’s teeth. Unfortunately “out of sight, out of mind” is often the case. […]
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future At La Costa Dental Excellence
It has now been more than 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. California dental patients, like the rest of the nation, should be grateful for the advances made in dentistry during the past century and a half. There was a time when blacksmiths and wig makers all across […]
