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Dr. Kris
Oct 222 min read
Why is my kid getting cavities?
If there was a simple solution for avoiding cavities, we would have solved the problem long ago. It seems so straight forward: brush your...
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Dr. Malone
Aug 292 min read
What To Do in a Dental Emergency
Dental emergencies may happen anywhere at any time, especially with active children running around! One moment is filled with fun when...
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Dr. Kris
Jul 82 min read
What is ECC & How is it Treated?
Early Childhood Caries (ECC) and its more advanced version, Severe Early Childhood Caries (S-ECC), are childhood dental diseases. The...
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Dr. Jade
May 292 min read
What are the Benefits of an Electric Toothbrush?
The best way to prevent gingivitis and avoid tooth decay is to remove the dental plaque that accumulates on our teeth. The best way to do...
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Dr. Kris
Apr 231 min read
No Cavity Club: What Does it Mean?
Lots of parents and caregivers ask when at a child’s checkup: “Does my kid have any cavities?” This is probably one of the most...
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Dr. Steve
Mar 122 min read
Hot Tips: Keeping Your Teeth Clean with Braces
Maintaining care of teeth and gums with active orthodontic treatment is no easy task. It takes a lot of commitment (and time!) from your...
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Dr. Jason
Feb 153 min read
What's the Deal with X-rays?
Lots of parents want to know: “What’s the deal with X-rays?” There’s a lot to learn about X-rays so let’s dive in. At your child’s...
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Dr. Malone
Jan 173 min read
Your Child’s Dental Milestones
During the first two years of your child’s life, their mouth will go through important milestones and many changes. Being aware of the...
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Dr. Jade
Dec 8, 20232 min read
Kids & Bad Breath
Patients and their families often come to us with concerns about bad breath. Children aren’t typically able to smell their own breath;...
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Dr. Steve
Nov 17, 20232 min read
Pros & Cons: Invisalign vs. Braces
Parents and patients are always interested in the differences between braces and Invisalign, not only in terms of cost but also in terms...
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Dr. Malone
Oct 4, 20233 min read
Top 5 Worst Habits for Your Child’s Dental Health
Dental health is an important part of overall health. By instilling good habits early on, we can create a solid foundation for a lifetime...
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Dr. Jason
Jul 21, 20232 min read
Infant Lip and Tongue ties
The frenum is the stretch of fibrous soft tissue that attaches the lips to our gums, or our tongue to the floor of our mouth. We all...
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Dr. Kris
May 26, 20231 min read
Updated Policy: Patient Graduating Age
Dentistry for Kids’ patient graduation age is now 16. Currently in Northern New Mexico there is unprecedented need for younger children...
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Dentistry for Kids
May 8, 20231 min read
Ten Things to Love about Dentistry for Kids
Be still our hearts! Last week we got this “10 Things I Love About Dentistry for Kids” list from the most delightful patient. Spoiler...
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Dr. Steve
Apr 6, 20232 min read
The Brace Experience: What to Expect
By Dr. Steve Tanner Set the scene: we just recommended braces for your son or daughter and you scheduled the appointment to start...
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Dr. Malone
Feb 8, 20233 min read
Tips For Making your Child's Dental Visit Great
Did you know that the first dental visit is recommended to take place by the age of one?Unfortunately however, on average children have...
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Dr. Jason
Jan 10, 20233 min read
Using THE four-letter word at the Dentist, with Dr. Jason
We avoid using the word “SHOT” in our clinic. Both that word and the word "NEEDLE" have negative associations. If I hear a parent or...
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Dr. Kris
Dec 1, 20221 min read
Early Ortho Care Helps Everyone! with Dr. Kris
Early orthodontic care not only looks good, but improves functionality for life. Dentistry for Kids is committed to the best orthodontic...
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Dr. Steve
Nov 21, 20222 min read
Don't Break Your Braces! with Dr. Steve
Braces are secured onto your teeth with a strong adhesive that is activated by a bright light. This seal is not permanent — that is how...
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Dr. Malone
Oct 14, 20222 min read
Shark Teeth!? with Dr. Malone
You look inside your child’s mouth and something looks a bit off... there’s a double row of teeth in the front of their mouth. Shark teeth!!
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