Common dental issues in children range from cavities and gum problems to teeth grinding and dental injuries. The CDC reports that cavities are the most common chronic disease of childhood in the United States, affecting more than half of all children by age eight. Many of these problems are preventable with early dental visits, consistent [...]
Pediatric dentistry is the branch of dental care focused on the oral health of infants, children, and adolescents. It covers everything from a baby's first tooth to the transition into permanent adult teeth. According to the CDC, cavities are the most common chronic disease of childhood in the United States, and by age eight, more [...]
Children should first see a dentist by their first birthday, or within six months of their first tooth coming in, whichever happens first. This is the recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the American Dental Association (ADA), and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Despite these clear guidelines, an AAPD survey found [...]
If you're looking for an affordable dentist in Houston, TX, there are several ways to go about your search. For example, checking online reviews, visiting the dentist's website, and calling the office to find out what insurance they take and treatment costs can all be a great way to narrow down your options and [...]
Fluoride treatments are an important part of maintaining a happy, healthy smile. At Bright Value Dental, we recommend fluoride treatments to help strengthen and preserve teeth and stave off cavities. Here, we'll discuss the importance of fluoride for building strong teeth and how fluoride treatments can benefit our patients. What Is Fluoride? Fluoride is [...]
Dental care is important no matter how old you are, but it's doubly important in kids. Teaching kids how to care for their teeth is a gift that lasts their whole life. But, even if you're doing your best to care for your child's teeth, some common dental problems can impact kids of all ages. [...]
School has now let out for the summer, which means kids will no longer have to deal with extracurricular activities, late night homework, school projects, and early mornings. Now is the perfect time to schedule their dental appointments with our pediatric dentist. SUMMERTIME AND KIDS DENTISTRY During the summer, many kids don’t focus on their [...]
The baseball season has started up, which means the Astros are on their way to contending for a repeat World Series Championship. It’s also the time when kids are gearing up for Little League and high school baseball, which means there will be plenty of unhealthy food to go around. Baseball is full of peanuts, [...]
Spring break is coming up. Now is a great time to bring the kids in for a oral checkup or take care of any dental issues they may be having. For most students, spring break is March 10-18 or March 17-25. Our kids dentist recommends parents start preparing for a dental visit during their child’s [...]
Getting the kids to the dentist office often takes a lot of haggling and sometimes a bit of incentive. At Bright Value Dental, we understand the struggle to get kids into the dental chair, which is why we ensure kids have a great time at our Bellaire dentist office. Our pediatric dentists love working with [...]