by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Aug 21, 2024 | Oral Health
Imagine cradling your newborn for the first time, and as they yawn, you spot something unexpected – a tiny tooth! While most parents anticipate their baby’s first tooth around the six-month mark, sometimes, babies surprise us. Some newborns arrive with one or...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Jul 31, 2024 | Oral Health
Finding out your child has cavities can trigger a wave of guilt. You might wonder if you should have been stricter about brushing or more careful about snacks. But before diving too deep into self-blame, it’s important to understand some facts about...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Jul 23, 2024 | Oral Health
If you’re struggling to get your teenager to brush regularly, you’re not alone. It’s a common issue we see in our dental practice. We understand that teens aren’t always excited about brushing their teeth, but brushing isn’t an option, it’s a...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Jul 16, 2024 | Oral Health
July brings more than just scorching heat to Louisiana—it’s also National Ice Cream Month. As temperatures soar past 90°F, many of us reach for this cool, creamy treat. And we’re not alone. On average, Americans each eat about 20 pounds of ice cream every...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Jul 2, 2024 | Sleep Disordered Breathing
Did you know obstructive sleep apnea doesn’t just affect adults? Kids can have it too, but it often looks different in children. In children, this disorder is called sleep disordered breathing, since apnea itself often doesn’t occur, but symptoms of airway...
