Children are curious, adventurous, and active by nature. Sometimes these playful adventures can lead to dental emergencies in younger children. We know that these accidents can spark fear and anxiety in parents, so it’s important to know how to manage a dental emergency situation. Our team at Crystal Dental Center wants you to be prepared […]
Teeth-Healthy Lunch Ideas for Back to School
Bring out the backpacks and sharpen those #2 pencils – its back to school time! Starting school can be a hectic time for many families. Sending kids to school with the right school supplies and textbooks is just as important as sending them to school with a tooth-friendly packed lunch. Providing children with a healthy, […]
How Pacifiers Affect Your Toddler’s Teeth
Babies love sucking on pacifiers. Sucking on a pacifier or thumb is a natural, comforting gesture for young children. However, when babies repeatedly suck on a pacifier or thumb over a long period of time, it can cause dental problems. Many parents are rightly concerned that pacifier use can lead to abnormal tooth development and […]
4 Ways to Prevent Cavities In Children
Did you know tooth decay is the most common preventable childhood disease? It is important for parents to recognize that a cavity can start to form as soon as a baby tooth starts to appear. That means as early as four to six months in some children. Parents need to be proactive in helping their […]
Helping Your Child Brush Their Teeth
If you’ve been searching for advice from a family or pediatric dentist in Los Angeles about how to care for your child’s smile, Crystal Dental Centers is here to help. One of the most important first steps is teaching your child how to brush his or her teeth. This is the foundation to a future […]
Why Are My Child’s Teeth Yellow?
One of the first things parents notice about their children once a baby tooth is lost, is how different the permanent replacement tooth looks next to all of the baby ones. Not only is it shaped differently and a bit wider – but the color variation can also be drastic. In most cases, permanent adult […]
4 Benefits of Pediatric Dentistry
Experts agree that all children should have a dental check-up by his or her first birthday. But is it better to bring your child with you to your family dentist, or find a pediatric dentist in Los Angeles? Here are a few reasons why choosing a pediatric specialist (or pedodontist) is better for your child’s […]
When do Children Lose their First Baby Tooth?
One common question we get from parents concerns the average age when the tooth fairy will pay her first visit to their children. The short answer is that “it depends”. In this article, we will discuss the topic of losing baby teeth in a little more detail. Early developers lose their baby teeth earlier Generally […]
