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 their families. With all this activity preoccupying…
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What You Need To Know About 'Shark Teeth'
As a parent or caregiver, you may have come across the fascinating term “shark teeth” when discussing your child’s dental health, particularly their baby teeth. But what exactly are shark teeth in kids, and why is it crucial to understand this peculiar phenomenon that can affect their little smiles? So, let’s explore the fascinating world…
Teeth Grinding in Children
As a pediatric dentist, we are seeing an increase in teeth grinding (Bruxism) among our patients. People grind teeth for many reasons including as a side effect of medication, untreated lip tie, stress, or a misalignment of the jaw. This condition most commonly occurs at night, although it may be present at limited times during…
Is Fluoride Toothpaste Safe for My Kids?
The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) reported a drop of 68 percent in the number of missing or decaying teeth of 12-year-old children in the late 60s through early 90s following the introduction of fluoride and fluoride-containing products. Kidshealth.org recommends a grain-size dollop of toothpaste with fluoride for your baby and a pea-size…
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…
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…
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…