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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Halloween night is the perfect time to talk with your kids about why taking care of their teeth is important. Your friends at Dr. Edmonstone’s Pediatric Dental Office want to help you protect your kids from something even scarier than zombies, ghosts and goblins this Halloween. There’s something even more bone-chilling and it’s called tooth decay! The best way to... read more »
The Importance of Regular Dental Visits Make dental visits part of your oral hygiene routine. Dental visits for children and adults should be every six months. Visit your dentist twice a year (or as recommended by your dental professional) to help keep tooth stains under control and identify oral hygiene issues before any serious problems arise. Have you ever wondered... read more »