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How to Care for a Teething Baby
- posted: Apr. 24, 2024
After hours of juggling a wailing baby, you’re probably desperate to address teething pain. If your baby is irritable, drooling, and chewing on hard objects, he or she is likely Read More
Three Reasons We're Fans of Fluoride
- posted: Apr. 10, 2024
Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your pediatric dentist recommends it, your child’s toothpaste is formulated with it, and most of our drinking water contains it. Just what is it Read More
April is National Facial Protection Month
- posted: Apr. 03, 2024
The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read More
Your Toddler’s First Dental Visit
- posted: Mar. 27, 2024
It’s common for toddlers to be wary of strangers, but their first experience at the dentist shouldn’t be a scary one. the doctor and our team have five tips for Read More
Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
- posted: Mar. 20, 2024
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break Read More
St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
- posted: Mar. 13, 2024
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read More
March is National Nutrition Month!
- posted: Mar. 06, 2024
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read More
Treatment and Diagnosis for Your Child’s Teeth Grinding
- posted: Feb. 28, 2024
The habit of grinding teeth can be both painful and harmful for your children. If you discover that they are frequently grinding their teeth—a condition called bruxism—here is some helpful Read More
What’s an intraoral camera?
- posted: Feb. 21, 2024
One of the greatest features our team at Steven Nerad offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us detect any problems Read More
The Transformation of Valentine's Day
- posted: Feb. 14, 2024
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read More
National Children’s Dental Health Month
- posted: Feb. 07, 2024
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and a perfect time for the doctor to review some of the important steps in keeping your child’s smile healthy! Your Baby Early care is Read More
How do I handle my child’s dental emergency?
- posted: Jan. 31, 2024
With children undergoing developmental dental changes and engaging in rough-and-tumble activities, dental emergencies can sometimes arise. If your child knocks out a tooth or experiences any type of oral discomfort, Read More
Why Baby Teeth Matter
- posted: Jan. 24, 2024
The primary teeth are the initial teeth that erupt from a child’s gums in the first few years of childhood. There are a total of 20 primary teeth, most of Read More
Bedtime, Bottles, and Baby Teeth
- posted: Jan. 17, 2024
Your beautiful baby is finally asleep, bottle clutched in tiny hands, dreaming sweet dreams with a charming milky smile. Unfortunately, this lovely fantasy might lead to a rude awakening. If your Read More
First Filling?
- posted: Jan. 10, 2024
It’s your child’s first filling at our Pleasanton, California office, and perhaps you’re both a little nervous. Your child doesn’t know what to expect, and you want to make sure Read More
