Blog - Pediatric Dentistry

Good oral hygiene is essential for maintaining a beautiful, healthy smile. If you have ever searched for a trusted and experienced “dentist near me,” look no further than Drs. Justison and Gladnick.

We provide individualized and compassionate care for children and teens in an enjoyable and relaxing environment. With a focus on prevention and education, we help your child practice ...

As a parent, you may find it challenging to put your child’s oral health in the hands of a dental professional. You understand the importance of a healthy smile, but how is this dentist going to approach your child? Do they know the difference between treating adults and kids? Do they appreciate how special your son or daughter is?

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If you are searching for a pediatric dentist for the youngest members of your family, it is important to choose a dentist who truly understands how to work with children. Pediatric dental patients have different needs than adult patients, which means their dental care must be approached differently.

It takes time for young children to establish good dental habits. Your ...

A study reported in the Journal of the American Dental Association (August 2017) suggests that optimal breastfeeding (at least one year) may prevent malocclusion among children with primary dentition. In the study, children who were breastfed were less likely to develop a class II canine relationship (retruded bite,) a posterior crossbite (upper and lower jaws are not in alignment), and ...

What are Aphthous Ulcers

 Aphthous ulcers, commonly known as canker sores, are noted for being quite painful, particularly when eating, drinking, or brushing teeth. These ulcers can be caused by a variety of factors such as stress, injury or hormonal changes. But for the most part, happen for no apparent reason.

A study reported in the Journal of the American Dental ...

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association (December 2016) reports on the relationship between the use of pacifiers and finger/thumb-sucking, and eventual orthodontic problems in your child.  Specifically, the study found an "association between pacifier sucking and the development of posterior crossbite and anterior open bite.  Thumb and finger suckers were more likely to develop ...

The oral health of your child is more important than you might think! In fact, tooth decay is one of the most common health issues in children, so it's important to ensure that your kids develop great oral habits at an early age. Encouraging habits for healthy teeth and gums will promote health throughout their entire lives! Here's some tips ...

When parents are told that their child has a cavity in a baby (primary) tooth, they may question whether or not it is worth the time to have it treated. 

The answer is a resounding YES !  

Ways To Protect Your Children's Teeth

Baby teeth are just as important as adult teeth and help your child to chew and speak.  If a baby ...

When looking for a new dentist for you and your family it is important to choose one that has training and experience in treating children.  Dr. Mark Gladnick encourages parents to bring their toddlers to the dental office at their earliest possible opportunity to establish a positive rapport with Dr. Gladnick and his nurturing staff. Dr. Mark Gladnick ...

Everything you give your toddler to eat affects his/her dental health.  Some parents are surprised to learn that foods that they thought were nutritious, are actually some of the worst offenders in causing cavities.  Believe it or not raisins and other dried foods join the list of other foods including granola bars, oatmeal cookies, peanut butter cookies, caramel, honey and ...

Let's take a deep breath and take a deeper look at the recent research published by Harvard University warning about the association of fluoride in drinking water and lower IQ levels in children.  The study focused on two Chinese villages where fluoride occurs naturally in the water.  One village had an extremely high level (2.47 mg/L) which is almost four ...