Dr. Sage Yoo and Dr. Justin Chan of Sheer Smiles Pediatric Dentistry advise parents and their young patients that when food particles and remnants of sugary drinks are not brushed off teeth regularly, bacteria start to grow. As the bacteria begin to break down, it creates an acid that starts attacking the teeth. As the…
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Sealants: What They Are and How They Are Beneficial To Overall Oral Health
Brushing and flossing are the most important and efficient ways to help protect teeth from getting cavities. Good oral health can be achieved by simply doing these things twice a day. However, brushing and flossing does not ensure cavities will not eventually appear over time. Anatomically, teeth have pits, fissures, and grooves that can make…
Families Love Sheer Smiles Frisco Pediatric Dentistry
At Sheer Smiles, a pediatric dentist in Frisco, Texas, while we realize that there are numerous options to select from when choosing a pediatric dentist in Frisco, we have made it a mission to provide the safest and most comfortable treatment environment for our patients. Finding a dentist near you where your children feel comfortable…
What is a Frenectomy?
Your first question may be, “What is a frenectomy?” and the answer to that is simple. Stanford Medicine describes it as “the procedure in which the frenulum is cut.” The frenulum is the tissue that connects the underside of the tongue to the bottom of the mouth, and there is another that connects the top…
April is National Autism Awareness Month
Nearly a quarter century ago, the Autism Society launched a nationwide effort to promote autism awareness, inclusion and self-determination for all, and assure that each person with ASD is provided the opportunity to achieve the highest possible quality of life. This year we at Sheer Smiles Kids want to go beyond simply promoting autism awareness…
Why No One Should Be Bringing Sports Drinks To Games
Statistics continue to show an alarming increase in the consumption of sports and energy drinks, especially among kids. Along with having the potential to cause various health problems, these beverages can cause irreversible damage to teeth. And sugar is only part of the reason — high acidity levels in these drinks erode enamel, the outer…
The effects of fruit on kids teeth
We all know that fruit is full of vitamins and an important part of kids diets. But did you know that too much fruit (whether it’s fresh fruit, fruit juices, dried fruit or canned fruit) can have a negative effect and contribute to problems such as cavities and erosion, especially if your kids are grazing…
Know If Your Child Needs Laser Frenectomy for a Lip or Tongue Tie?
When patients visit the Pediatric Dentist near 75034, many parents come with a query about lip or tongue ties. Let’s explore more about the lip and tongue tie condition and if laser frenectomy is the right option for your child. Dr. Sage Yoo and Dr. Justin Chan have advanced training in laser use. They perfected…
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,…
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…
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…
Dental Health for Kids - 11 Ways to Healthy Teeth
Dental health for kids to take care of their teeth Dental health for kids plays an important role in how children learn to chew, smile, and talk. Having healthy teeth helps with confidence and participation in their education and social life. Achieving healthy teeth takes a lifetime of care. Even if you’ve been told that…