Dental X-Rays for Children

When Should Your Child Get an X-Ray There are many areas in your child's mouth that the dentist can't see during a regular examination, like under the gums or inside the teeth. That's when X-rays can be quite useful. Dentists won't typically recommend an X-ray unless they've done a full clinical examination and still have some unanswered questions about your child's... read more »

Emergency Dental Care

No parent ever wants to see his or her child suffering from discomfort. When a pediatric dental emergency occurs, you may ask yourself, “Where can I find emergency pediatric dentists near me?” Fortunately, the help you need can be found with a call to our children’s dentist office. Where to Find Emergency Pediatric Dentists When your child is experiencing a... read more »

What is Fluoride and why is it beneficial to your teeth?

Vector of Strong and Healthy Tooth Overview Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in all water sources, including the oceans. Research has shown that fluoride not only reduces cavities in children and adults, but it also helps repair the early stages of tooth decay, even before the decay is visible. Fluoride is the best cavity fighter to help keep... read more »

What is Fluoride Varnish?

Tasty flavors available in our office are Walterberry and Mint! Fluoride varnish is a dental treatment that can help prevent tooth decay, slow it down, or stop it from getting worse. Fluoride varnish is made with fluoride, a mineral that can strengthen tooth enamel (outer coating on teeth). Keep in mind that fluoride varnish treatments cannot completely prevent cavities. Fluoride... read more »

Tip For Parents

Only allow kids to brush their own teeth once they can tie their shoes. Kids simply don’t have the dexterity yet to hit every tooth surface properly until they’re able to tie their shoes. In the meantime let your little one brush before or after you have been able to brush all their teeth for them.

Tricks for dealing with Halloween Treats

Children’s Halloween dream -- to get lots of candy -- can be their parents’ nightmare. But pediatric dental experts say Halloween can be a time to teach your children good oral health habits for life, without depriving them of Halloween treats (think moderation). Here are their five best tricks for healthy teeth. Halloween Candy vs. Cavities: Don’t Make Kids Choose Don't deny... read more »

How to maintain good oral hygiene this Spring & Summer

Summer is a few months away in Connecticut and you know what that means! It's hard to imagine that spring is here and summer is on it's way, but before you know it-The kids will be out of school and summer activities will begin! Dr. Edmonstone’s office in Old Saybrook, Connecticut have some helpful tips and advice to help keep your child’s teeth... read more »

5 Tricks for Dealing with Halloween Treats

Pediatric dental experts say Halloween can be a time to teach your children good oral health habits for life, without depriving them of Halloween treats (think moderation). Here are their five best tricks for healthy teeth. Halloween Candy vs. Cavities: Don’t Make Kids Choose Don't deny your children the Halloween experience. That can send the entirely wrong message -- deprivation --... read more »

Your Kids Teeth and Summer

Summer is a few months away in Connecticut and you know what that means! It's hard to imagine that spring is here and summer is on it's way, but before you know it-The kids will be out of school and summer activities will begin! Dr. Edmonstone’s office in Old Saybrook, Connecticut have some helpful tips and advice to help keep your child’s... read more »

Dental Care and Pregnancy

It's important for you to take good care of your teeth and gums while pregnant. Pregnancy causes hormonal changes that increase the risk of developing gum disease which, in turn, can affect the health of your developing baby. Below are some tips to help you maintain good oral health before, during, and after pregnancy. Before You Get Pregnant Try to make a dental appointment before getting pregnant. That way, your teeth can... read more »