Smile Academy

Toddlers

Discover tips to make brushing fun and prevent early cavities.

Help protect your toddler’s numb lip, cheek and tongue after dental treatment. Learn what to ask the dentist and why...

Prepare for your toddler’s dental treatment with questions about the diagnosis, benefits, risks, alternatives and changes to the treatment plan.

Learn what a pulpotomy for baby teeth involves, when it may be considered and which treatment questions to discuss with...

When do toddlers and kids actually need dental X-rays? Learn how dentists decide by age and cavity risk, how the...

Wondering about your role during toddler dental visits? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) encourages decisions that reflect the...

A toddler toothache can leave parents wondering whether an antibiotic will help. A dental examination guides that decision. 🦷 Does...

If your toddler needs cavity treatment but cannot yet manage a conventional filling, a pediatric dentist may discuss an interim...

Introduction Toddler years are full of exciting “big kid” milestones, like mastering the potty and learning to brush those tiny...

Introduction Picky eating is a classic toddler phase, but snack time doesn’t have to mean sugary treats that harm those...

Introduction Flossing might seem like a “big kid” task, but starting early – once your toddler has two teeth touching—helps...

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