HiFive Kids Dental & Braces Blog

The human body is always going through changes, and the mouth is no different. Much to the chagrin of many former orthodontics patients, a person’s teeth can shift out of position as time goes by. This can happen for reasons like illness, injury, and the natural aging process. While it’s normal for teeth to move around a bit over time, there are things you can do to control and mitigate this. Here’s why your teeth might be moving around and how you can help your teeth stay in alignment.

Teething is a big milestone on the path of growing up, but the process can cause a child a lot of discomfort. Teething usually begins when a baby is between four and seven months old as the primary teeth begin erupting from the gums. Many parents turn to teething rings and other toys to soothe their little one, but do these playthings carry any risks? Here’s how to safely use teething rings so your child’s smile can come in beautifully.

For numerous kids, the anticipation of a wiggly tooth is a source of excitement, signaling the imminent visit of the tooth fairy. However, what if there’s a need to extract a tooth that isn’t naturally loose? The extraction of a tooth might be essential for safeguarding your child’s oral well-being, yet the prospect can be daunting for both kids and parents alike. Delve into insights about four prevalent reasons for tooth extractions for children and discover ways to assist your little one in getting ready.

In spooky stories about werewolves, it’s a silver bullet that does them in. The same can now be said about cavities. These little monsters can cause pain and discomfort in children, and possibly alter the formation of their adult teeth! But now, there’s a treatment of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) that has been proven to prevent 80 percent of all cavities!

If you want to learn more about this remarkable silver bullet for cavities, continue reading.

As a parent, ensuring your child’s well-being is a top priority and something that should always be on your mind, especially when it comes to their dental health! That said, dental procedures can sometimes be intimidating for young children, and it’s not uncommon for them to feel anxious or frightened about visiting the dentist. This is where sedation dentistry comes in handy—in such cases, nitrous oxide can be used as an option to ease your little one’s dental-related anxiety and make their experience in the chair much more pleasant. Continue reading to learn more about this option and to learn if your child might benefit from it!

Comedians, sitcoms, and parents have lamented “the terrible twos” for generations. You’ve undoubtedly heard stories about constant crying, mischief, and other frustrating behaviors, and some of these can be due to the stress of new teeth emerging. Teething is an unpleasant experience for a child, and the two-year molars are the last set of baby teeth to erupt. Here’s some information from your dentist about what a parent should know about making life easier while the two-year molars are emerging.

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