Appointment times matter! At Little Harpeth Children’s Dentistry we have a scheduling policy in place for patients that are under the age of six. Children typically benefit from morning appointments and it allows our team to provide the highest quality Appointment times matter! At Little Harpeth Children’s Dentistry we have a scheduling policy in place …
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Baby teeth matter and are just as important as adult or permanent teeth! Did you know that the month of February is Children’s Dental Health Month? Baby teeth matter and are just as important as adult or permanent teeth! Did you know that the month of February is Children’s Dental Health Month? We are able …
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Today is a great day to to build a fun toothbrushing routine. Brushing at least twice a day is a must. Brush for two minutes after eating breakfast and then again before you go to bed. Don’t forget to floss. Brush all of your teeth, not just the front ones. Make sure you are also brushing …
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Does your little one have a loose tooth? There are tons of tips and tricks to getting those baby teeth out of the way to make for room for those brand new adult teeth that are coming in. We recommend washing hands with soap and water and wiggling. Does your little one have a loose …
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Sucking is a normal part of development for infants, babies, and even very young children. But did you know that prolonged thumb/finger sucking can actually effect the oral cavity? Sucking is a normal part of development for infants, babies, and even very young children. But did you know that prolonged thumb/finger sucking can actually effect …
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Did you know that brushing alone only cleans about 70% of your teeth?! Floss is needed in order to reach and clean the hard to reach spaces in between the teeth. Did you know that brushing alone only cleans about 70% of your teeth?! Floss is needed in order to reach and clean those hard …
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Parents are always welcome to accompany their children back for their hygiene appointments. When going back with your children for hygiene appointments you will see Dr. Priya each time, ensuring that your child gets the personalized care they deserve. Parents are always welcome to accompany their children back for their hygiene appointments. When going back …
Continue reading →Usually, permanent teeth come in under the baby teeth and wear away the baby tooth roots. This causes the baby teeth to become loose and fall out. Sometimes the permanent teeth can be seen coming in behind the baby teeth, making two rows of teeth. Usually permanent teeth come in under the baby teeth and …
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Is Delayed Teething Normal? Absolutely! There is a wide range of normal, the six to twelve months time frame is just an average. Some children do not even cut their first tooth until after age of one. Is Delayed Teething Normal? Absolutely! There is a wide range of normal, the six to twelve months time …
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When should you start cleaning your baby’s teeth? The sooner the better! Starting at birth, clean your child’s gums with a soft infant toothbrush or with a cloth and water. As soon as the teeth start to appear, brush them twice a day. When should you start cleaning your baby’s teeth? The sooner the better! …
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