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SERENE OAKS DENTAL BLOG
Gum Disease. It’s more common than you think.
I had a patient this week that was diagnosed with periodontal disease (gum disease) and he had been coming in for regular cleanings and checkups. Since his last six-month cleaning he developed an infection in his gingiva (gums). He was very surprised, especially...
Home Care for Children’s Teeth
It may seem silly to start brushing a baby’s first tooth, but in reality it is setting up good habits for the future. It is ideal to start even with a washcloth in an infants mouth and then progress into a soft bristled brush. While the child is under the age...
Why am I Getting Cavities Now?
This is a question I get asked often. Some people, who may have some bad eating or home care habits are fortunate enough to go a long time without having a cavity when all of a sudden are told they now have one or more cavities. It always amazes me though when you...
Pregnancy Gingivitis
I’ve had a few patients in lately that were adorably pregnant and when I brought up the subject of pregnancy gingivitis, they weren’t familiar with the subject. Nearly half of pregnant women deal with this problem. It is brought on by the surge of...
When should I bring in my child for their first visit?
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists it is recommended that a child’s first dental visit should be between the eruption of the first tooth and the child’s first birthday. At Serene Oaks Dental, we have found that children at the age...