by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Feb 27, 2025 | Oral Health
Chewing gum is a treat that many kids can’t resist. It’s sweet, chewy, and satisfying to pop. But as much as kids love it, the question remains: is chewing gum actually good for their oral health? While it might seem like a harmless habit, there’s more to it...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Feb 25, 2025 | Oral Health
Watching your child’s teeth come in is an exciting milestone, but sometimes, a tooth (or a few) just doesn’t show up. This is called congenitally missing teeth. It’s not very common, but when it happens, it’s good to understand what it means and what you can do...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Feb 17, 2025 | Oral Health
Kids pick up all kinds of habits, and while some seem totally harmless, they can actually affect their oral health in the long run. Thumb-sucking, ice chewing, gum picking, and teeth grinding are just a few behaviors that can lead to issues like misalignment, enamel...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Jan 31, 2025 | Oral Health
It can be pretty unsettling to notice changes in your child’s mouth, like if their gums seem to be pulling away from their teeth. Receding gums are actually more common than you might think, not just in kids, but in adults too. We see it a lot with our young patients,...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Jan 24, 2025 | Oral Health
You’ve probably heard of water flossers as a way to step up your child’s dental hygiene game. They’re often advertised as a fun and effective alternative to traditional flossing. Maybe you’ve even thought about getting one but are still on the fence. Is it really...
by Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry | Dec 18, 2024 | Oral Health
Bad breath isn’t just an adult problem. It can happen to kids too, and it’s not something they can always manage on their own. Most of the time, they don’t even notice it’s an issue until someone else points it out. Hearing about it from a friend or classmate can lead...
