News & Blog
News from our offices and advice for parents from our pediatric dentists.
Fluoride in the News: What Los Angeles Parents Should Know
New limits on fluoride supplements and a federal review of tap water. Here is what changed for kids, what has not, and what parents can do.
Head Start May Drop Daily Toothbrushing Rules: What Los Angeles Parents Should Know
A federal proposal could remove daily toothbrushing and dental care requirements from Head Start. Here is what the ADA says and what parents can do at home.
Dino and the Sugar Bugs: A Good-Night Story About Brushing
A 5-minute bedtime story: Mia doesn't want to brush, until Dino crawls out from under the bed and teaches her the Two-Minute Song, the tight spots, and the Dino Rule.
Pacifiers, Thumb Sucking, and Your Child’s Teeth: When Should Parents Worry?
Thumb sucking and pacifier use can become one of the biggest debates among parents of babies and toddlers. Should you allow a pacifier? When should you take it away? Will…
How Much Toothpaste Should Kids Use? A Parent’s Guide to Fluoride by Age
Walk through the toothpaste aisle at almost any store and you'll find dozens of options promising clean teeth, fresh breath, cavity protection, natural ingredients, or kid-approved flavors. For parents, one…
Dental Sealants for Kids: A Simple Way to Help Prevent Cavities
Parents often pay close attention to their child's front teeth when brushing. But many childhood cavities develop in an area that's much harder to see and clean: the deep grooves…
Little Kids Dentistry’s 2026 Back-to-School Events Were a Roaring Success!
Los Angeles, CA — Little Kids Dentistry wrapped a two-day Back-to-School celebration that turned our South Gate and Hoover offices into playgrounds of backpacks, balloons, and bright smiles. Families filled…
Can Kids’ Cavities Be Treated Without Drilling? What Parents Should Know About SDF
Hearing the word “cavity” at your child's dental appointment can immediately bring images of drilling, fillings, and a nervous child sitting in the dental chair. But modern pediatric dentistry has…
When Should Your Child First Visit the Dentist? Why Age One Matters
For many parents, the first dental visit feels like something that can wait until a child has a full set of teeth. After all, how much dental care could a…
What Happens During Your Child’s Dental Checkup?
Many parents wonder what their child’s first or regular dental appointment will involve. Many parents wonder what their child’s first or regular dental appointment will involve. Will there be treatment?…
Healthy Smiles Start Early—The Importance of Preventive Dental Care
Good oral health does not begin when all the permanent teeth arrive. Good oral health does not begin when all the permanent teeth arrive. It begins during infancy and develops…
Baby’s First Teeth—What Every Parent Should Know
Seeing a baby’s first tooth is an exciting milestone. Seeing a baby’s first tooth is an exciting milestone. It also marks the beginning of a new responsibility: caring for that…
