Tricks for Pulling Baby Teeth

If you have a child just starting to show signs of losing one or more baby teeth, you’re likely wondering how to deal with it. You’re not alone! Many people aren’t sure how to pull baby teeth when necessary. Our dentist, Dr. Chris Roberts, is happy to help you by giving you the tips and tricks you need. They can... read more »

Oral Health Quiz: Toothbrushing for Kids

A child cannot effectively brush their own teeth. In fact, they will not be able to successfully brush their own teeth until they are around 6 years of age. In the meantime, it is up to their guardian or parent to make sure they clean their teeth for them. From the time their first tooth grows in around the age... read more »

Bringing the Tooth Fairy to Life With Letters

Do remember trying to sneak a look at the Tooth Fairy when you were a child? Do you recall your excitement as you drifted off to sleep knowing that the fairy would pay you a visit? Perhaps now, you are the one trying to get in and out without being caught and trying to bring some magic to the children... read more »

The Best Toothbrush for Your Child

Do you want your child to have a strong and healthy smile? If so, then you need to clean their teeth and gums with the proper oral hygiene tools. Today, our dentist, Dr. Chris Roberts, would like to give you tips on how to select the best toothbrush for your child. Oral hygiene is only effective when you use the... read more »

Your Child’s Dental Checkups are a Form of Cavity Prevention

Thousands of children miss several hours of school every year because they are suffering from cavities and need to receive dental treatment during school hours. Even today, dental cavities remain the most common disease affecting children, and not only do they cause discomfort, they can also impede your child’s ability to concentrate on school and homework. We encourage you to... read more »

Instilling Good Oral Hygiene Habits in Children

Your child’s oral development and oral health are very important for their long-term quality of life as an adult. This starts with instilling good oral hygiene habits in their early years. Our dentist, Dr. Chris Roberts and the American Dental Association recommend that you start wiping your baby's gums after each feeding, and brushing and flossing your child’s teeth as... read more »

What to Expect at Your Child’s First Dental Appointment

If you’re about to bring your child into Green Valley Kids for their first dental appointment, then our dentist, Dr. Chris Roberts, and the dental team will be happy to tell you what to expect. That way you can be prepared for all of the steps and you can be less nervous for your child while they are in the... read more »

The Oral Hygiene Tips You Need to Help Your Child’s Teeth and Gums

Your child deserves a strong and healthy smile. Unfortunately, that health and strength doesn’t just appear on its own. You have to work for it. This means you need to do things regularly to clean and care for your kid’s teeth and gums. To help you do so, our dentist, Dr. Chris Roberts, is happy to give you the tips... read more »

Baby Teeth 101

Your child’s baby teeth play a big role in the health of his or her smile as an adult. Are you surprised? The baby teeth hold space in a child’s smile so that their adult teeth can come in properly when the time is right. When should your child’s baby teeth grow in? Usually, the primary teeth begin to break... read more »