American Pediatric Dental Group Providing Teledentistry during Coronavirus Pandemic In light of the evolving pandemic and following the Department of Health’s guidance, we have decided to temporarily adjust our schedule to Emergency by appointment only. Our top priority is the health and well-being of our patients, families, staff and community. In this unprecedented time, we …
WE ALL REMEMBER WHAT it was like to be a kid. Running around, playing outside, discovering the world around us, and making great friends. We also remember the scraped knees and bumps and bruises that came along with all of that. As parents, we want our kids to have all the same great experiences we did, …
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Tooth decay can result from many things such as transferring saliva, genetics, poor oral hygiene, and feeding habits–such as constant sippy-cups full of sugary liquids. What parents may not know is that they can also be unconsciously spreading bacteria to their children, leading to cavities from a bacteria called Streptococcus Mutans. Also abbreviated as S. Mutans, it …
It’s summer time and that means relaxation, fun, and indulgence! With so much of this summer time fun we often ignore our dental health. The summer heat compels us to drink cold beverages, and eat ice creams, both of which are detrimental to our dental health. The following dental tips will help you care for …
The first baby teeth, known as primary teeth, usually appear as early as 3-4 months of age, but really start to erupt through the gums between the ages of 6 months to one year of age. Many parents think baby teeth don’t matter because they’ll eventually fall out but the truth is, those baby teeth …
At APDG our team takes pride in our ability to care for special-needs patients and we continually educate ourselves in order to serve our patients with the highest standard of care. Given that it is Autism Awareness Month, we wanted to shed more light on the importance of choosing a Pediatric Dentist for your child with ASD. A pediatric dentist …
Going to the dentist, as we all know, is a key factor for maintaining our kids’ oral health. Still, it typically doesn’t sit at the top of most parents’ or child’s to-do list. Being told to sit still — often tipped back in a big chair — with a bright light near their face and …
