Oral Health Archives - Triangle Pediatric Dentistry

Are Premolars Present in Milk or Baby Teeth?

Recently, some of our patients here at Triangle Pediatric Dentistry have asked us whether premolars are present in milk or […]

Is Lemon Juice Bad for Your Teeth? A Parent’s Complete Guide to Citrus Safety

As summer temperatures rise in Wake Forest, NC, many families turn to refreshing beverages to beat the heat. Lemon water […]

When Do Kids’ Teeth Fall Out? Understanding Why Adult Teeth Sometimes Grow Behind Baby Teeth

Parents visiting our Wake Forest, NC dental practice often express concern when they notice their child’s adult teeth emerging while […]

Two kids eating lunch at school together

Dentist Approved School Lunches

The Academy of General Dentistry has found that children are not getting the nutrients they need at school in order […]

Summer Sweets That Won’t Ruin Your Child’s Teeth

Summer is fast approaching. This means, your child will be out of school, enjoying the sunshine and blue skies and […]

Wake Forest Pediatric Dentist That Can Address Avulsion

Knocked out or avulsed teeth are often the result of a sports injury that has caused severe trauma to the […]

Can Molars Cause Fever? Understanding 6-Year Molars, Fever, and Vomiting in Children

As a leading pediatric dental practice in Wake Forest, NC, we often hear from concerned parents about their children’s 6-year […]

Best Mouthpieces for Girls Lacrosse for Teenagers to Avoid Broken Teeth

If your daughter plays girls lacrosse and has braces, you may be wondering what type of mouthpiece can help her avoid […]

How Do I Know if My Teeth are Impacted

Impacted Teeth. That’s not necessarily something you want your Dentist to say after looking at a couple shots of your […]

When Do Baby Teeth Get Roots?

If you’ve examined your child’s baby tooth, you may be wondering why you do not see any roots. The reality […]

What is a Pediatric Dentist?

You can think of the pediatric dentist as the pediatrician of dentistry. After completing four years of dental school a […]

What Should I Do If My Child Hits Their Tooth? A Parent’s Complete Guide to Tooth Trauma

According to recent studies by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, up to 50% of children experience some form of […]

Signs and Symptoms To Watch

The following are signs and symptoms that you should look for in the weeks and months following a trauma that […]

What to Expect at Your First Visit

We view your child’s first visit as our first opportunity to show your child how fun and exciting dentistry can […]

2-Year Molars Explained: Everything Parents Need to Know About Second Molars

Navigating the complex landscape of childhood dental development can be an overwhelming journey for parents, filled with moments of anticipation, […]

Premature Baby Tooth Loss

One of the main purpose of baby teeth is to act as placeholders for permanent teeth. Sometimes a child might […]

Losing Baby Teeth and The Eruption of 6-Year Molars

Many first-time parents think that just because their child has had an eruption of 2-year molars the baby teething journey […]

Anatomy and Development of the Mouth and Teeth

It’s quite rare for a baby to be born with teeth. In fact, when it happened to this mom it raised quite […]

The Ins and Outs of Sucking (Thumbs or Pacifiers)

Many parents want to know about the impact of their children sucking on thumbs or pacifiers. For young babies, it […]

Let’s Talk About Cavities

Statistics show that dentists will see as many as 42% of children ages 2 to 11 years old suffering from […]

What to Expect with Baby Teeth

Children’s teeth begin forming before birth and can be affected by any problems encountered during pregnancy. The first teeth to […]

The Best Holiday Gift – Good Dental Health

You might not think of a visit to the dentist in the same breath as this year’s most popular toys […]

Beware of Mouth Monsters this Halloween!

Beware of Mouth Monsters this Halloween! The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) is the leading authority on children’s oral […]

Tooth Decay Is the Most Common Childhood Disease

Tooth decay is the breakdown of the enamel on your teeth. It may also be called cavities or even dental […]

Why Is It Important to Take Care of Baby Teeth?

Baby teeth are, of course, adorable when they appear. They are also essential to the healthy development of your child. […]