Of all the procedures performed in a dental practice, perhaps the “scariest” of them all is tooth extraction. For centuries, tales of woe and pictures of tying a string to a door in order to perform an extraction have spread throughout the world. Fortunately, at...
What to Expect If You Need a Dental Filling Tooth decay is the destruction of the hard outer layer of your teeth, the enamel. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, half of all American children under the age of 12 have experienced tooth decay....
Did you know that tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease? Over 50 % of 5 to 9-year old children have at least one cavity or filling, with the incidence of tooth decay increasing to 78 percent among 17-year-olds. The back teeth (called premolars...
Losing a baby tooth is a natural event for all children. Excitement for the Tooth Fairy’s visit certainly eases anxiety and concerns. Oftentimes, a baby tooth needs to be extracted, or removed, early due to big cavities, trauma, or if they just aren’t falling out...
Helping your child get in the habit of brushing twice a day for two minutes is no small feat, but a little creativity can go a long way when it comes to your toddler's long-term oral health. You can make teeth brushing for kids total...
Even though “baby teeth” will eventually fall out to leave room for adult teeth, they are extremely important for your child’s development. From the very first baby tooth that erupts, through to the transition to adult teeth, and beyond, we at Park Pediatric and General...
When it comes to your children’s oral health, finding a Huntington Beach pediatric dentist with an established reputation of excellence is key. At Park Pediatric and General Dentistry, our expert staff are all specialty trained to treat pediatric patients. Providing a comprehensive range of dental...
Did you know that according to a recent study, dental decay is the single most chronic disease affecting children? Your Huntington Beach kids dentist would like to help your children avoid developing cavities and the complications, which can arise from them. At Park Pediatric and...
At Park Pediatric and General Dentistry, your child’s smile is in the very best of hands. We specialize in pediatric dentistry and provide a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the needs of children from infancy through adolescence. As a children’s dentist in Huntington...
Periodontal disease is very common in adults. It is caused by the buildup of bacteria and plaque in our mouths. Without routine brushing and flossing, it continues to build up, forming tartar. Periodontal disease gets worse the longer it is left untreated. The first sign of...