28 07, 2023

Healthy Teeth for Life

By |2023-05-15T00:13:10+00:00July 28th, 2023|baby teeth, Dental health Month, Dentist, Fun facts, Health|Comments Off on Healthy Teeth for Life

Oral hygiene is an essential part of maintaining a healthy smile, but it can be challenging to motivate children to take good care of their teeth. At Sahouria Pediatric Dentistry, we understand the importance of instilling good oral health habits at an early age. Here are some tips to help your child develop a lifelong commitment to oral hygiene: Start Early - Even before your child's first tooth appears, it's essential to clean their gums [...]

28 06, 2023

Protecting your Child’s Smile with a Sports Mouthguard

By |2023-05-15T00:03:07+00:00June 28th, 2023|baby teeth, Dental health Month, Dentist, Fun facts, Health|Comments Off on Protecting your Child’s Smile with a Sports Mouthguard

At Sahouria Pediatric Dentistry, we are dedicated to promoting the oral health and safety of our young patients. One way to protect your child's teeth during sports is by wearing a mouthguard. Mouthguards are essential for preventing dental injuries, especially in contact sports such as football, basketball, and hockey. According to the American Dental Association, an estimated 200,000 oral injuries are prevented each year by wearing mouthguards. Without proper protection, athletes are at risk of [...]

14 06, 2023

What is Pediatric Dentistry?

By |2023-05-14T23:56:40+00:00June 14th, 2023|Dental health Month, Dentist, Education, Fun facts, Health|Comments Off on What is Pediatric Dentistry?

Pediatric dentistry is a specialized field of dentistry that focuses on the oral health of children from infancy to adolescence, including those with special healthcare needs. Pediatric dentists like Dr. Jamie Sahouria are trained to address the unique dental needs of children, which differ from those of adults. They are skilled in creating a comfortable and safe environment for children during dental procedures and work to educate parents and caregivers on proper oral hygiene practices [...]

28 05, 2023

The Importance of Baby or Primary Teeth

By |2023-05-14T23:51:33+00:00May 28th, 2023|baby teeth, Cavieties, Dental health Month, Dentist, Fun facts, Oral Care, Oral Health|Comments Off on The Importance of Baby or Primary Teeth

While baby teeth may seem unimportant since they eventually fall out, they play a critical role in a child's oral health and development. Baby teeth serve as placeholders for permanent teeth, helping to guide them into their proper positions. Without these placeholders, permanent teeth may emerge misaligned or crowded, which can cause issues with speech, chewing, and overall oral health. Baby teeth also play a role in speech development, as they help children learn to [...]

15 02, 2019

Chewing Gum- Helpful or Harmful?

By |2019-02-15T17:12:16+00:00February 15th, 2019|Cavieties, Dental health Month, Dentist, Diet, Education, Fun facts, Health, Oral Care, Oral Health, Sugar, Xylitol|Comments Off on Chewing Gum- Helpful or Harmful?

Kids loves chewing gum. They anticipate the age where mom or dad says it is ok to start chewing gum without the fear of choking. When it comes to chewing gum, it is the type of gum that really make the difference in whether it is helpful or harmful to your teeth. If the gum you choose contains sugar, than you are essentially giving your teeth a bath of sweetness. This can invite those pesky [...]

15 02, 2019

Children’s Dental Health Month

By |2019-02-15T17:08:08+00:00February 15th, 2019|Dental health Month, Dentist, Education, Fun facts, Health, Oral Care, Oral Health, School|Comments Off on Children’s Dental Health Month

If you asked a pediatric dentist what their favorite month of the year was, my guess is most would say February. Why February? Well, for starters, it has been designated as National Children's Dental Health Month. All over the United States, pediatric dental offices increase their outreach during this time. They visit with local school children and educate them and their parents about good oral health. Some communities even participate in Give Kids a Smile [...]

14 01, 2014

Give Kids a Smile Day

By |2014-01-14T20:29:21+00:00January 14th, 2014|Dental health Month, Education, Health|Comments Off on Give Kids a Smile Day

Here comes February! It’s one of our favorite months since it is National Children’s Dental Health Month! Whoohoo! One of our favorite days is also coming: GIVE KIDS A SMILE DAY on February 7 Without fail, our team takes part in Give Kids a Smile Day every year since we opened. It is a day for dentists across the country and their communities to provide dental services to underserved children. The American Dental Association estimates [...]

31 01, 2013

Go for the Gold!

By |2013-01-31T00:43:08+00:00January 31st, 2013|Dental health Month, Education, Health, Oral Care, Oral Health|Comments Off on Go for the Gold!

February is National Children's Dental Health Month and this year’s theme is “GET A GOLD MEDAL SMILE”. Our office wants to celebrate along with the American Dentistry Association by helping your child make sure their smile is worthy of a gold medal! Wouldn't it be great if your child brushed and flossed their teeth with the same enthusiasm as an athlete training for the Olympics? We think so! Sometimes, you just need something fun to get [...]