Every February, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month. And at the office of Roderick A. Garcia, DMD, we feel it’s an important movement to support.At our kid friendly dentist, we can educate your child on proper dental hygiene techniques. Call us today!A kid friendly dentist can provide dental care for younger patients to help instill a positive experience with visiting the dentist. The first visit to a dentist can be intimidating for your child, let us make it a…
Yes, June is a little too early to be thinking about sending the kids back to school, but it isn’t too early to start thinking about your kids’ dental health. Summer is the perfect time to make sure your kids won’t miss school due to dental issues. Did you know that dental issues and mouth-related diseases…
Helping your child learn good dental habits as early as possible can set them up for a life of good dental health, and brushing is an important dental habit! Here are a few tips from Dr. Garcia to help you teach your children good brushing habits (and technique!):1. Teach Them the 2X2 RuleThe general rule…
Recent studies have found links between poor oral health and poor overall health. Laying a good oral hygiene foundation for your child is more important than ever.Dr. Garcia has a few tips to help you lay the foundation for a healthy, beautiful smile for life:1. Take Your Kids to the DentistYes, you should take your…
Wondering if you should choose dental bridges to take care of your missing tooth problem? Missing just one of your teeth can lead to a number of oral health problems, making it necessary for you to choose an option for filling the now empty space in your mouth. Your remaining teeth may eventually begin to…
A dental crown is a useful tooth restoration. It protects a damaged tooth from further breakage or tooth decay. dental crowns also serve a cosmetic purpose, as they cover up the imperfections of natural teeth.A dentist will tell you that dental crowns are supposed to last for years. But that does not mean that they…