Teeth seem so simple. They help us eat and give us a bright beautiful smile. There is so much more to these white chiclets, though, including some really interesting tooth facts! Animals have teeth, but are they the same? Are teeth bones? Why is flossing important? Where did flossing even come from? Let’s dive in…
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Tips for Brushing Toddlers’ Teeth
Have you ever wrangled an alligator? Tried giving a cat a bath? Tried corralling a wild horse? While these may seem far fetched, brushing toddlers’ teeth is quite possibly just as challenging. As a pediatric dentist in Frisco, we have some helpful tips on how to turn brushing your toddler’s teeth from torture into tolerable.…
Do I Need to Brush My Tongue?
The short answer is yes! Adult and pediatric dentistry recommendations include brushing your tongue. Researchers believe there are over 700 types of bacteria taking residence on the tongue that hang on for dear life until intentionally removed. Some of the bacteria is good for your overall health, but the majority of bacteria can cause health…
What You Need To Know About 'Shark Teeth'
From ages 5 to 7, children will begin the developmental stage of getting their permanent (adult) teeth. When permanent teeth come in, they will dissolve the root of the primary, or baby, tooth as it erupts, causing the baby tooth to become wiggly and fall out naturally. However, within this developmental stage some can have…
The Importance of Taking Your Child to a Pediatric Dentist
According to the American Dental Association, when your child turns a year old, or when their first tooth comes in, it is time for a trip to a pediatric dentist! A pediatric dentist does many things to ensure your child’s overall dental health is maintained properly. In this article, we will discuss why pediatric dentists…
Dental Tips for Thankful Teeth
Thanksgiving is a time when most people are busy planning festive meals for their friends and families. While getting ready for the holiday season, preparing all the meals and planning for the family, tooth health is probably the last thing on anyone’s mind. (not ours) While we have always heard and associated sugar with dental…
What age should my child first visit the dentist?
Is your Child Ready for his/her Visit to the dentist? As parents we always want what’s best for our children. We make every effort to stay on top of their medical and dental appointments to ensure their health and wellbeing. However, sometimes some parents are a bit apprehensive about making the initial dentist appointment for…
Do Cavities in Baby Teeth Affect Permanent Teeth?
Is it common for kids to get cavities? There’s always the question of whether baby teeth have an important role, or if they even matter, and if they need to be fixed or not. There was a time when people believed that baby teeth did not require fixing, because they would eventually fall out anyways.…
Dental Insurance...Use it or you lose it!
At Sheer Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Fall is one of the busiest times of the year. Children and parents are still adjusting to the new school year, fall sports seasons are winding down and everyone is preparing for Thanksgiving. Not to mention parents are busy working and providing for the families. With all this activity preoccupying…
Sheer Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is an Toys for Tots Drop Location
Give a gift this holiday season to Toys for Tots that will deliver a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters. Sheer Smiles Kids is proud to be an official drop-off location. Toys For Tots is an amazing program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve. Every year Toys For Tots collect new, unwrapped toys from October through…
All You Need To Know About Halloween Candy
Halloween and candy go together like peanut butter and jelly, milk and cookies, and salt and pepper. That’s to say, one simply is not complete without the other. Or going to a Halloween party and eating only appetizers and no sugary confections? It’s practically inconceivable! As you fill up your plastic pumpkin to pass out candy to little…
Pediatric Dentistry Frisco Texas Guide
A dentistry guide from Sheer Smiles Pediatric Dentistry in Frisco Texas Nothing’s more important to you than your children. You want them to look and feel their best from now until they’re 120-years-old. Part of your responsibility in this endeavor is taking care of your child’s teeth. You know that baby teeth don’t last forever,…