Blog - Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric dentistry is crucial to your child’s oral and cognitive development. For children, it’s about more than healthy teeth. The dentist must ensure their oral development is on course because it plays a crucial role in early speech, chewing ability, and even healthy breathing methods.

By seeing a family or pediatric dentist in Elk Grove Village early, we can intervene if ...

Many parents struggle with getting their child to brush their teeth consistently, and they ask us, “How can I get my kids to brush their teeth?” But the answer is simple: make it fun! When you make brushing and flossing fun for your kid, they will no longer feel like it’s a chore, and they’ll be more likely to carry ...

Did your child recently get their first baby tooth or celebrate their first birthday? If so, you may be surprised to learn that it’s time for their first dental visit!

That’s the recommendation of the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, and Dr. Vishal Advani agrees that this is the perfect age to start kids on the path to excellent oral health ...

Our oral health has come a long way in recent years, but there is still plenty of room for improvement. In fact, cavities—or dental caries—are so common, they remain one of the prevalent chronic diseases in both children and adults. And most cavities can be prevented with better oral care and improved diets.

If you have questions about cavities or other ...

When it comes to your kids, you might feel like you are fighting a losing battle when it comes to their oral care at home—especially brushing their teeth. As a parent, you want the best for your kids, and that includes taking care of their oral health.

Here are some tips from your Elk Grove Village family dentist for getting your ...

Bringing your son or daughter to the dentist can be a scary proposition—both for parent and child. No parent likes to see their child upset or frightened.

Parents also know the importance of taking their children to the dentist from an early age. What can be done to ensure that your child is comfortable at the dentist? We take the following ...

If you haven’t brought your toddler into the dentist yet, you might want to consider making an appointment right away. A new study reported by Science Daily has found a disturbing connection between yeast and cavities in young children. Young children who consume sugary foods and beverages are at a particularly high risk of developing dental caries.

According to ...