Has your dentist suggested sealing your child’s teeth? Do you know what that means and how it is done? Dental sealants have been around since the 1960s, but they are not very well-known. In fact, less than one-third of American children have had their teeth sealed. Sealants are a great way to prevent your child […]
Category: Children’s Dentistry
Nature’s Own Pacifier
Young children develop many habits to calm themselves, and one of those habits is thumb sucking. In fact, infants even suck their thumb in the womb. You may have caught your baby with their thumb in his or her mouth during a sonogram. If your baby is sucking his or her thumb before birth it […]
Does Your Child Have Gum Disease?
Gum disease usually takes years to develop. In the majority of cases it is due to poor oral hygiene. But if you think gum disease only strikes people in their 50s and 60s, think again. In the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 50 percent of the population of 30 year […]
Children’s Teeth and Their Effects on Speech
Although our teeth serve primarily to bite and chew our food, they also play an important role in our ability to communicate with others, both verbally and nonverbally. At the same time, it’s easy to overlook the ways in which speech disorders and their origins affect oral health. Dr. Vi Mai, a Garland, TX family […]
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Facts On Pacifiers, Thumb Sucking, and Bottles
As a parent, you persist to care for your child during any hour of the day. When and if they fuss, you respond promptly, attempting to determine what may be wrong if anything. Eventually, the use of pacifiers and bottles to calm your child become a comfort to them, similar to a favorite blanket or […]
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From Baby to Big Kid, Brushing Is for Life
Compared to potty training, teaching your child how to brush and floss is virtually painless—less messy, too. Dr. Vi Mai, your Garland, TX family dentist, reminds parents that a little diligence goes a long way over the course of your child’s lifetime. Your child cannot have a truly healthy childhood unless his teeth and gums […]
Going to the Dentist? Three Must-Read Books for Kids
Your child’s first visit to our multilingual Garland, TX children’s dentist office marks one of the most important milestones in his life. As adults, we sometimes view dental visits as routine. For our children, however, the first visit may trigger feelings of anxiety. Studies show that children who understand the purpose for dental visits and […]
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Garland, TX General Dentist Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
If you have a brand-new baby at-home, take care to read this article—it covers the topic of baby bottle tooth decay. Your Garland, TX general dentist, Dr. Vi Truong-Mai explains what baby bottle tooth decay is and how to prevent the ailment from happening to your little one. What is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay? Baby […]
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Garland, TX Dentist Discusses Pacifiers and Your Baby
The pacifier is sometimes considered a savior for mothers. Using a pacifier can miraculously calm a baby, lull them to sleep, or just keep them busy for a little while. Yet, as handy a pacifier is, some drawbacks do exist from frequently using one. To explain both the positives and the negatives of using a […]
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Garland, TX Dentist Says Kids Can Wear Partial Dentures
Did you know that kids can wear partial dentures if they have endured premature tooth loss? In fact, many dentists recommend using childhood partials to ensure the child’s adult teeth come in properly. Dr. Vi Truong-Mai, your Garland, TX dentist talks about partial dentures for kids. Tooth Loss Amongst Children Losing baby teeth is a […]
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