Coral Kids Dentistry & Braces Blog

When your child gets braces, one of the biggest adjustments is learning what foods are safe to eat. The wrong lunch choices can damage wires, bend brackets, or increase the risk of cavities. But packing lunches doesn’t have to be stressful—there are plenty of tasty, braces-friendly options that keep your child full and smiling. Here are some practical ideas on what to pack in your kid’s lunchbox if they have braces.

As a parent, watching your child navigate an unfamiliar environment can be tough—especially when that environment is the dentist’s office. For children with autism, the sights, sounds, and sensations of a dental visit can sometimes feel overwhelming. The good news is that there are ways to prepare your child so that their experience is more positive, calm, and stress-free. With a little preparation and the right approach, dental visits can become less intimidating and more manageable.

Sedation dentistry has been used for centuries to help patients feel more comfortable and relaxed during dental procedures. Despite its long-standing history and proven safety, many people still have misconceptions about how it works and who it’s for. If fear or confusion has kept you from considering sedation at the dentist, it’s time to separate fact from fiction.

If your child is afraid of the dentist, you might already be worried about finding a pediatric professional. What on earth are you supposed to do to make sure you have a reliable, trustworthy sedation dentist? After all, sedation dentistry itself might be generally safe for kids, but there are plenty of other factors that can affect how comfortable you and your child feel.

For some expert tips, keep reading!

Accidents happen, especially when it comes to rambunctious kids, but being prepared for the unexpected can often be the difference between chaos and calm. If your child is experiencing a dental emergency such as a knocked-out tooth, here’s what you should do to help them avoid panic and protect their oral health, too!

Tongue-tie is a condition where the band of tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth is too tight or short. This can limit tongue movement and lead to challenges with breastfeeding, speech development, eating, and oral hygiene. Fortunately, tongue-tie can be treated quickly and effectively with a simple procedure known as a frenectomy.

If your child has been diagnosed with tongue-tie, you may have questions or concerns about what to expect. Here’s a step-by-step overview of the treatment process, from evaluation to recovery.

Lip and tongue-ties are often diagnosed in babies and young children. This condition can affect the way that a young child eats and speaks. It can also interfere with the ability to breastfeed successfully. The good news is that this condition can be easily corrected through a frenectomy. Continue reading to learn more about frenectomies and what you can expect as your child recovers from their procedure.

Above asthma and allergies, cavities rank as the most common childhood condition worldwide. In fact, 59 percent of children up to age 19 in Canada have experienced at least one cavity. Tooth decay can cause severe pain, impair your child’s ability to bite and chew food, and damage their self-confidence. Although treatments like tooth-coloured fillings can repair decay, every little effort you can make to help your child avoid cavities is worthwhile. Fortunately, there are small adjustments you can make in their snacks and diet that can make a significant difference.

Let’s face it: many people go through their oral hygiene routines without giving it much thought. However, starting orthodontic treatment with metal brackets and wires requires a revised approach to keep your teeth clean. Not doing so could lead to oral health issues that delay your treatment. If you’re feeling frustrated with your dental care routine now, don’t worry! Keep reading for tips on brushing and flossing effectively with braces.

If your pediatric dentist just informed your child that they need a dental crown, either because they have an overly damaged tooth or need to have a root canal, it’s natural to have questions. Your little one might be worried about their upcoming procedure, and understanding more about what to anticipate can help you set up appropriate expectations to alleviate their anxiety.

Many patients want to know if getting a dental crown hurts. Continue reading to learn more about this so you and your child can enjoy some peace of mind before their appointment.