Surf's Up Pediatric Dentistry Blog

A mouthguard is an important tool for protecting your teeth from injury, grinding, and wear, whether you use one for sports or to prevent nighttime teeth grinding. Proper care helps your mouthguard stay effective, comfortable, and hygienic. Here’s a simple guide to how to take care of your mouthguard and extend its lifespan.

Mouthguards play an important role in protecting your teeth, whether you’re an athlete, a nighttime teeth grinder, or someone dealing with jaw pain. While store-bought mouthguards are easy to find and relatively inexpensive, they don’t offer the same level of protection or comfort as a custom mouthguard made by your dentist. Here are 4 key benefits of choosing a custom mouthguard over an over-the-counter option.

Halloween is a special time of year for kids, with lots of costumes, spooky decorations, and of course, trick-or-treating! And while you probably want to ensure that your little one has the best time possible this holiday, you may also be worried that the copious amount of candy they’ll be around could spell bad news for their dental health. Fortunately, there are some types of candy out there that are more smile-friendly than others. Here’s what you need to know.

You might already be well aware of how excited and hyper kids can be. Their enthusiasm, however, might’ve ended with a chipped tooth. Although they might be worried or shedding a tear, their dentist is here to help. Pediatric dental bonding is a great solution that helps restore their smile to its former glory. After their treatment, you might be curious about how to make the results last, so here’s how!

As a pediatric dentist, one of the most common questions you may hear from parents after recommending dental bonding for their child is, “Is dental bonding permanent?” The short answer is no, dental bonding isn’t considered a permanent solution, but it can last for several years with proper care. For many young patients, it’s an excellent, minimally invasive way to repair small imperfections while preserving healthy tooth structure.

Here’s what parents should know about the durability of dental bonding, what affects its lifespan, and how to help their child keep their bonded teeth looking and functioning their best.

Whiter teeth are often seen as a sign of confidence and good health. So, it’s no surprise that many parents, kids, and teens reach for teeth whitening products to brighten their smiles. But what happens if there are cavities hiding beneath the surface? Before you grab an over-the-counter whitening kit, here’s why mixing whitening and tooth decay isn’t the brightest idea.

When kids experience a severe toothache, parents often feel relief if the pain suddenly disappears. But in pediatric dentistry, a toothache that goes away doesn’t always mean the problem has resolved. In fact, if your child’s tooth pain vanishes on its own, it may be a sign of something more serious happening beneath the surface.

That’s why your pediatric dentist might recommend pulp therapy, even if your child no longer seems uncomfortable.

Hearing that your child needs pulp therapy can sound intimidating—especially if you’re worried about whether the procedure will be painful. Many parents delay or avoid treatment because of this fear, but modern pediatric dentistry has made pulp therapy more comfortable than ever.

Here’s the honest truth about what your child can expect during and after the procedure.

Babies have beautiful smiles, and they will need to receive excellent oral care to stay that way. You can expect your child to go through several stages as their teeth and gums develop, and there are a few important steps to take during this process to ensure that their mouth remains healthy and grows properly. Here are a few things to keep in mind about how children’s mouths develop and how you can take excellent care of them.

When your child’s dentist recommends pulp therapy, you might picture a long, complicated appointment full of anxiety. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth! This common pediatric procedure is quicker and easier than most parents expect. Continue reading to take a closer look at how long pulp therapy takes, what’s involved, and how you can prepare your child for a stress-free visit.