There’s nothing quite like the excitement of waiting for your child’s first tooth to erupt. But unfortunately, this excitement is also paired with a little bit of dread. After all, tooth eruption is uncomfortable and brings all of the unwanted side effects of teething, such as excessive drooling, irritability, and… Read More…

There’s nothing more precious than the smile of a child. However, getting to the point at which your little one is sporting a tooth or two in that little grin can be rough. Teething can cause pain and lead to a fussy kid. At our pediatric dental office in The… Read More…

When we’re born, most of us have primary (baby) teeth that are sitting, waiting, ready to burst through our gums as we grow a bit older. While baby teeth eruption dates do vary from person to person, at our pediatric dental office in The Woodlands, we’ve put together a guide… Read More…

Thumb sucking, just like the use of a pacifier, can soothe, comfort, and make children feel safe. While thumb sucking is very natural for babies, it can lead to dental problems if the habit continues into the toddler stage. At our pediatric dental office in The Woodlands, we encourage our… Read More…

Many parents are unsure when their child should visit the dentist for the first time. It’s a question we hear quite often at our pediatric dental office in Spring, and one we’re more than happy to answer. Pregnancy Believe it or not, a child’s dental care first starts during pregnancy…. Read More…

When baby’s first teeth are preparing to erupt, it can be painful. It can also cause increased fussiness, decreased sleep (for the baby and you), and an overall unhappy kid. Teething not only causes pain, it can also cause increased drooling, constant chewing on fingers or objects, and can even result… Read More…