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Why Choose Invisalign Over Traditional Braces

Written by Paul Vera on October 5th, 2020.

At Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry, we’re here to help with every stage of your child’s dental health. One of the later stages of this process is ensuring that all of their permanent teeth are in their perfect positions. As a child gets older, their confidence in their smile can make a huge difference in how they interact with the world. Generally straight teeth play a big role in whether or not individuals are happy with their smile.

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How to Prepare Your Child for a Tooth Extraction

Written by Paul Vera on September 20th, 2017.

No matter your age, a tooth extraction can make you a little worried. This is especially true for little ones. But don’t worry! At Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry, our team works hard to ensure that everyone is at ease during your child’s extractions. We want to ensure that both your child and you are prepared for the tooth extraction process, so we’ve put together a guide of what you should expect to keep you informed and relaxed.

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How Can I Pay for My Child’s Dental Visits?

Written by Paul Vera on February 7th, 2020.

Your family’s dental health is important to us at Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry. One of our goals is to make your dental care as affordable as possible. Please don’t neglect necessary treatments because you are worried about paying for them! We accept credit and debit cards and offer a cash discount. We also offer a number of other ways to pay for your dental treatments and are proud to offer a 15% discount to our military families.

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Tips for Your Kid’s Teeth This Summer

Written by Paul Vera on July 24th, 2020.

Summer is the perfect time to help your child level up their dental routine! From maintaining a consistent brushing schedule to instilling a more balanced diet, Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry offers some quick and easy ways that you can help your child have a bright, white smile this summer.

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Do Baby Teeth Ever Need Root Canals?

Written by Paul Vera on June 8th, 2020.

No one wants to hear that they need a root canal, but thanks to today’s modern dentistry, root canals are not as scary as they used to be. Sometimes, a child’s baby tooth might need a root canal. These are only recommended if we’ve considered every other option. When the choice is an extraction or a root canal, we’ll almost always choose a root canal. This lets your child keep their natural tooth. Read on to learn more about root canals for children.

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How to Tell If Your Kid Needs Braces

Written by Paul Vera on December 27th, 2018

Getting braces isn’t just about what a straighter smile will do for a patient’s appearance. Since misalignment can hinder the functioning of the teeth and jaws, a straight smile corrects problems beyond aesthetics. Braces help ensure that kids can: clean every surface of their teeth; properly speak and eat; and smile without embarrassment. But how do you know if your child needs braces?

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Should Parents Pull Loose Baby Teeth?

Written by Paul Vera on May 29th, 2019.

If your child has started getting loose baby teeth, you might be wondering whether there is ever a time when you should remove the tooth. Here, we’ll discuss what parents should know about their child’s loose baby teeth.

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How to Make Brushing Fun for Kids

Written by Paul Vera on February 8th, 2018

We understand that getting your kids bathed and in bed is a battle of its own, so adding brushing to the list can sound intimidating. While it may not be an easy task, helping your kids establish good dental habits at a young age is important to their long-term oral health. One of the best ways to get your little ones excited about brushing is to make it less of a chore and more of a fun activity!

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Animals with Strange Teeth

Written by Paul Vera on January 18th, 2018

We are so familiar with our own human teeth, but how much do we know about the teeth of our animal companions? We’ve compiled a list of eight strange and wondrous examples of animals that have their own dental problems and quirks.

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Are X-Rays Safe for Kids?

Written by Paul Vera on December 12th, 2017

X-rays are an imaging test that allows physicians to see bones within your and your child’s body. X-ray machines send a beam of radiation through your body, allowing doctors and dentists to see your hard, dense bones and softer tissue like muscle and fat. X-rays are painless and usually very quick.

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