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A mouth with braces on it
March 9th, 2020
Orthodontic treatment can sometimes cause pain or discomfort as the teeth begin to shift into their correct positions. In…
a person holding a pack of cigarettes with a baby in the background
February 24th, 2020
Everyone is aware of the damage that tobacco usage can inflict on the health of the person who uses it. However, secondhand…
young girl and mother brushing teeth together
February 10th, 2020
Dental cavities can be sneaky and if you wait until your child feels the pain to visit the dentist, you risk turning a simple…
cup of mouthwash and a toothbrush
January 27th, 2020
Mouthwash is great at killing the germs that cause dental cavities, plaque, and gum disease. It also freshens the mouth and…
Child brushing teeth
January 13th, 2020
If your child has been suffering from or complaining about bleeding gums, there can be a few different causes. It’s important…
Child with floss
December 23rd, 2019
Flossing is a vital part of a good oral hygiene routine for both adults and children. However, a recently published study…
Stockings for Christams
December 18th, 2019
Children’s Christmas stockings are usually filled with small toys and candy left by Santa! This year, we here at Piedmont…
Unhappy child
November 27th, 2019
According to a new study published in the Journal of Public Health Dentistry, children who grow up in a dysfunctional…
Young child smiling
November 13th, 2019
If your child grinds his or her teeth, you may be familiar with the sounds of unpleasant grinding and popping noises when he…
Child's loose tooth
October 29th, 2019
Most of our teeth got some help “falling” out when we were younger. Maybe your dad would tie a string around a tooth and the…
Happy child in dental chair with thumbs up
October 22nd, 2019
The reasons you take your children to visit a pediatric doctor instead of a general practitioner are the same reasons you…
Boy Drinking
October 15th, 2019
Even if you’re giving your child 100% fruit juice, it’s still unbelievably high in sugar and is contributing to the cavity…
Teeth fun
September 23rd, 2019
We have had some parents in our office talk about or ask about soft teeth. A condition that is regarded to have been passed…
4 Kids
September 9th, 2019
Back to school season is here! Here at Piedmont Pediatric Dentistry, we would like to remind the parents of our patients to…
Mouthguard
August 27th, 2019
Here at Piedmont Pediatric Dentistry, we encourage children to spend times outdoors being active during the summertime! Team…
Girl Thumbs Up
July 22nd, 2019
Here at Piedmont Pediatric Dentistry, we want you to know that caring properly for your child’s teeth and dental health is a…
Young child sunscreen
July 9th, 2019
Sunburns are uncomfortable and painful, but they can also be very hazardous for your child’s health. While July is a peak…
Young child smiling
June 25th, 2019
Dealing with dry mouth can be frustrating and uncomfortable for your child, but it can also negatively impact his or her oral…
Mother and daughter
June 4th, 2019
Having dental work done can be very stressful for children, but the anxiety may not end once the procedure is over. Some…
Woman's teeth with dental floss
May 28th, 2019
Flossing is an incredibly important part of your child’s oral health routine. Flossing allows the removal of plaque and food…
Greart White shark
May 11th, 2019
Teeth are amazing and allow us to do so many things. However, in the animal kingdom, some teeth can be pretty scary! Here at…
Young child on bed
April 24th, 2019
Children, grown-ups, and everyone in between have all been guilty of late-night bedtime snacking. Most of us know that…
Child's tongue with tongue brush
April 10th, 2019
It may surprise you to learn that there are a number of conditions that can manifest on your child’s tongue! This is why it’s…
Child drinking soda with dental braces
March 29th, 2019
As your child wears their orthodontic braces for a long enough time, you’ll start to realize what they can and can’t do while…