Today’s article is for smart kids who want to make flossing a habit. Here are 5 flossing steps made so easy you can tick them off one finger at a time thanks to Just for Kids Dental, on the web at https://www.justforkidsdentistrylv.com/blog/. Thumbkin: Thumb to Chest Reminder Thumb to the chest can remind me that…
Pediatric Dentistry
Stress And Your Child’s Smile
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 stress-induced oral problems. Here are some dental problems linked to…
Choosing A Toothbrush For Your Child
At Just for Kids Dental, CEO Just Kids is often asked how to choose the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as challenging as choosing a paint color, and there seem to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of your local grocery…
Helping Nervous Kids At Just for Kids Dental
Dental anxiety and the more severe dental phobia impact many Las Vegas children. Today’s post answers some questions asked about this vital topic. What are the long-term consequences of dental anxiety and dental phobia? The most dangerous consequence is when a patient delays dental care until a pain becomes excruciating. At this point, the problem…
Has Your Preschooler Seen A Dentist?
If you have a toddler who has not visited a dentist, we encourage you to make an appointment today by calling Just for Kids Dental at (702) 307-1578. The best time to start dental check-ups for young children is when their teeth first erupt. This may seem a bit early, however, it is the best…
5 Ways To Help Your Child Avoid A Cracked Tooth
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. Watch out for stone fruits—that peach may be soft but if you…
5 Benefits Of Preventive Dentistry For Kids
At Just for Kids Dental in Las Vegas, we promote preventative dental care by developing decay prevention plans and helping our patients establish and keep proper dental practices. If today’s kids can avoid tooth decay, it will benefit them more than you may realize. 1) A healthy mouth equals better overall health and well-being. Maintaining prime…
Pediatric Dental Issues with Special Needs Children
Although children with certain disabilities can sometimes be more susceptible to certain dental problems, they also deal with the same common dental problems of all other kids. We at Just for Kids Dentistry aim to help parents recognize and get appropriate treatment for some of these common pediatric dental problems discussed below. A dark black-and-bluish…
Some Common Children’s Dental Issues
Your small children’s teeth are relatively new, but they can end up with some of the same dental issues as their parents and other adults. Parents’ quick responses to any developing symptoms will save time, money and any unnecessary pain. Some dentists are specially trained to manage unique pediatric dental issues which include young and…
No Manuals! Your Baby’s Teeth
New parents are often reminded that their little bundle of joy did not come with a manual. If only! As they quickly learn, the responsibility for a defenseless baby can be overwhelming. At Just For Kids Dentistry in Las Vegas, we remind them: don’t forget about dental health! Parents should bring their baby in for…