When your child’s molars and premolars start to emerge in adolescence, it’s quite common for these teeth to have deep pits, fissures, and contours on the biting surface. Sometimes these areas quite hard to clean. Plaque and food particles can get into the crevices of the molars and premolars, which can cause tooth decay. Applying dental sealants to the biting... read more »

There was a time, long ago, when our ancestors needed the third molars to help chew the kinds of food they ate. Our diets have since evolved, making these third molars--or wisdom teeth--superfluous. Our jaws are smaller than theirs were then, so there isn’t really room for these extra teeth. For some people, they never seem to cause problems. For... read more »

As a parent, preserving your child’s medical and oral health is an important priority that helps get them off on a happy and healthy start to their life. Most parents invest considerable time and patience teaching their children about the importance of brushing and flossing every single day when their children are little. As your child ages, their baby teeth... read more »