Tips For Healthier Teeth

As a children’s dentist we believe that child’s dental health issues are preventable. Parents and kids can save a lot of time, money, and discomfort by being proactive and following these 5 tips to help your child’s teeth stay healthy and cavity-free!   1. Help your child brush 2 times per day Let your child try to brush their own teeth, but the parent should then perform a more thorough brushing to help get the hard to reach places. 2. Help your child floss once a day Dr. Dutta  can help explain the important places to floss to prevent cavities from forming in between your child’s teeth. 3. Prepare healthy snacks and drinks Cheese, fresh apples, and whole wheat bread are great examples of healthy snacks. Beware of juices, fruit snacks, and even flavored water – these are filled with cavity-causing sugars! 4. Visit the dentist at age 1 The first dental visit by age one is a fairly new recommendation by the American Academy of Pediatrics and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.  Your friends and even your pediatrician may not be aware of the age one dental visit. Starting dental visits at age one has proven to help prevent dental problems in young children. Call World Pediatric Dental today to set up your child’s visit. 5. Get regular check-ups Regular dental cleanings and exams help us identify and treat any minor issues before they become major problems. Even if your child’s teeth look fine or they aren’t complaining of any pain, we can spot any problem areas and give you a plan to address them. Most dental insurances cover these... read more

A happy first visit at World Pediatric Dental

  Toddlers are naturally  leery  about strangers, but their first dental visit should not be cause for fear and tears.  These few tips will make your toddler’s trip to see us at World Pediatric Dental in Stone Oak   fun and stress free. 1. Before you make a dental appointment for your child, come for a visit and take a tour of our office.  Let your son or daughter experience the office and get the lay of the land. Toddlers don’t like surprises, but if your little one is already familiar with the big chair that goes up and down, the next time he or she will have no problem taking a seat. 2. About the big dental chair … well, it’s really an amusement park ride. See how it goes up and down? Toddlers love games, and turning the trip to the dentist into a game is among the oldest (and most successful) tricks in the parent playbook. 3. Positive reinforcement is a good thing. That’s why Dr. Dutta and our staff hand out cool toothbrushes or stickers to children after their appointment. Picking a prize from our huge toy wall and a goodie bag are good incentives to come back for another cleaning. 4. Timing is everything. Don’t take your child to the dentist an hour before the daily nap. Make the appointment with your child’s schedule in mind. This increases the chances of success. 5. A few days before the scheduled appointment, start reading your toddler bedtimes stories about what happens at the dentist. Dora the Explorer’s Show Me Your Smile, written by Christine Ricci, is a popular dental story... read more

History of the Toothbrush

In China (1600 B.C.), aromatic tree twigs freshened breath. Later, the first hard-bristled toothbrush was invented there.   In 1690, the word “toothbrush” was written into an autobiography — the word’s first known use. French dentists were the first to promote toothbrush use.   By 1780, William Addis created the first modern toothbrush… while in prison in England! It was made of cattle bone and swine bristles.   In 1857, H.N. Wadsworth was first to patent the toothbrush. Less than 30 years later, mass production of toothbrushes began in America.   In 1938, DuPont changed the way we brush with nylon synthetic bristles: softer and more hygienic than the hard hair bristles used at the time.   Following WWII, U.S. Army soldiers brought the toothbrushing habit home with them. Just a short time later, in 1954 Switzerland, the first electric toothbrush was produced.   It took just 7 more years to produce a rechargeable/cordless electric toothbrush, then a rotary. By 2003, the toothbrush was deemed the #1 invention people can’t live without.   Now, toothbrushes vary by head shape, bristle hardness, and handle curve. Specialty toothbrushes like chewable plastic, end-tufted (for gums) and interdental (for braces) are also prominent, along with mouthwash products, floss, and other dental hygiene implements.   What’s your favorite type of toothbrush?      ... read more

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay   Early childhood caries (cavities) is also referred to as “baby bottle tooth decay”.  It’s a serious condition that is a result of lengthy exposure of your infant’s teeth to liquid that contain sugar.  These liquids can include milk, breast milk, formula, juice and any other sweetened drinks.   Putting your infant to sleep whether for a nap or bedtime, with a bottle containing anything other than water can result in severe and rapid tooth decay. The sugar pools around the teeth gives the plaque a chance to produce acid that attacks their tooth enamel.   It can be difficult to put a baby to bed without a bottle to comfort him or her, therefore we recommend only using water.  If you need to, dilute their normal drink of choice with water over several weeks until it only contains water.   Additionally, after each nighttime feeding, wipe your child’s gums and teeth with a damp washcloth to remove the... read more

Pediatric Dentist Fact #4

Dental decay can set in within 24 hours. That means it is worth it to get up and brush your teeth. And don’t forget to floss twice a day! If you have any questions or want to schedule an appointment call our pediatric dentist office today and we will happily accommodate you and your children.    ... read more

Pediatric Dentist Fact #3

Did you know Cereal can have as much as 15 grams of sugar per serving? Chocolate candy bars can have as much as 30 grams per serving. A 12-ounce glass of Cranberry Juice Cocktail can have 48 grams per serving. The average American consumes 147 pounds of sugar per year. That means most people consume a half-pound of sugar per day. Sugar can be every bad for a children’s teeth. For more information please give our pediatric dentist office a call at 210-888-0700 and we’ll do anything we can to... read more

Stone Oak Winter Celebration Turn Out

We had a lot of fun meeting all the kids and parents on Saturday at the Stone Oak Winter Celebration. We hope you had as much fun as we did and look forward to seeing you come by the office to get a tour while the kids play with our EyePlay system! Merry Christmas to... read more
World Pediatric Dental
18707 Hardy Oak Blvd San AntonioTexas78258 USA 
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