Many dentists recommend that children who need braces receive them in their early teen years. As a general rule, you should wait until your child has all their permanent teeth. Braces for kids are often thought of as a rite of passage in their oral health journey....
Doctors have been telling us for years that stress can increase the risk of everything from high blood pressure to depression. But how often do we think about how stress affects our smile? And what about your child’s smile? Children are just as susceptible to...
Cracked teeth can be painful, embarrassing, and pricey to repair. Protecting kids’ teeth from cracks and chips should be taught at a young age. 1. Don’t chew hard stuff! Steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, unpopped popcorn, and hard beef jerky....
For some teenagers, braces are a rite of passage: tangible proof that they are on their way to becoming adults. For others, though, it’s a big imposition on someone who is well on the way to becoming an adult. At Just For Kids Dentistry in Las Vegas, we...
Teenagers and braces almost go hand-in-hand. Lots of kids wear braces to straighten their teeth. At Just For Kids Dentistry in Las Vegas, we provide traditional metal braces, and clear braces from Invisalign. A lot of teenagers, and that includes their moms and dads...
