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Pediatric dental emergencies can be a frightening experience for everyone—parents and children. A dental accident or problem can occur anytime, and knowing how to handle it can make all the difference in saving your child’s tooth and preventing further complications. 

Cavities are an oral health issue that many of us start dealing with at a young age. Most people who have gotten a dental filling know that a cavity is a hole in the tooth—and to an extent, they are

Contrary to what people might think, staining of the teeth is a relatively uncommon occurrence in children. For one, their teeth are temporary until age 6 or 7. However, they are also less likely to encounter the foods and drinks

Having your child stay on top of their oral health care can be tricky. We get it because, at Sprout Pediatric Dentistry, most of us are parents ourselves!  You have to stay on top of a million things when raising

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are a great benefit offered by employers. On top of traditional health and dental insurance, these handy accounts allow you to pay for dental expenses that traditional plans may not cover.  Many jobs offer FSAs, but

Choosing a dental insurance plan can be more complicated than you’d think. With the hundreds upon hundreds of programs available, there may be only a few that can fit you and your family’s needs.  But where do you start? It’s

Childhood is an excellent time to get into athletics. A developing mind is incredible at associating movements involved in physical activity and deeply rooting it in athleticism that can be built on as children develop. However, while sports are great

Most parents have been there. You think you are taking your child to just another dentist appointment; then you are hit by a complete curveball. “They need to brush and floss, or else,” the dentist says.  The last thing you

While most people think that Invisalign® is something that is only for aesthetic purposes, that is not necessarily the case. Straight teeth are something that everyone can benefit from for both cosmetic goals and oral health purposes. Here are some

We always like to start articles like this with a quick disclaimer: If you are currently in excruciating pain, go to the hospital immediately or dial 9-1-1 if you feel that you cannot safely get to your nearest emergency room.