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Most families in Colorado Springs carry some form of dental health coverage. Few know exactly what it pays for when their child actually needs a filling, a crown, or even just a first exam. That gap between having a plan…

Most parents hear the word “extraction” and immediately assume the worst. It sounds drastic. But a kid’s tooth extraction is one of the more common procedures in pediatric dentistry, and when a dentist recommends it, the reason is almost always…

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, a children’s dental exam should be scheduled by 12 months of age or within six months of your child’s first tooth erupting. While this may seem early, baby teeth play an important…

Hearing that your child may need a root canal or root filling molar can be alarming for any parent. Many families are surprised to learn that children can need this type of treatment on permanent teeth at a young age.…

It can catch you off guard if you hear your toddler grinding teeth on the baby monitor (grrkk grrkk), a sound you can’t unhear once you notice it. The first concern as a parent is whether it is something to…

When your child is in pain or something unexpected happens to their smile, it can be scary — but knowing what to do in a dental emergency makes all the difference. As parents, quick action and calm decisions can protect…

As a parent, helping your child maintain a healthy smile is one of the best gifts you can give them. Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic childhood conditions, but with the right knowledge and habits, it’s also…

Do you also think visiting a pediatric dentist can cost you more than visiting a general dentist?  Many parents visit a family dentist because they think it saves time and money for routine dental needs. Cost considerations contribute to this…

“Don’t want to see a dentist,” “the dentist will ban my chocolates,” and similar reactions are often the first things you hear when you tell your child it is time to see a pediatric dentist. You may brace for protest,…