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Dental Sealants vs. Fluoride Varnish: What's the Difference?

Posted

9/26/26

Sealants and fluoride varnish both help prevent cavities in kids, but they work differently. What each one does, when to start, and why most kids get both.

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What Is a Space Maintainer and Does My Child Need One?

Posted

9/18/26

What a space maintainer does, when a child needs one after losing a baby tooth early, the main types, how it is fitted, and how to care for it at home.

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Is My Child's Toothache an Emergency? When to Call

Posted

9/10/26

How to tell whether your child's toothache can wait for a regular visit or needs care today, what to do at home first, and when to go to the ER instead.

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Are Dental X-Rays Safe for Children?

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8/27/26

Dental X-rays are safe for kids with digital sensors, shielding and risk-based timing. Learn how often children need them and how to reduce how many they need.

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When Should My Child See an Orthodontist?

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8/19/26

Your child should see an orthodontist by age 7. Learn why that age matters, the signs to watch for, and what really happens at a first orthodontic visit.

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Is Dental Sedation Safe for Kids?

Posted

8/11/26

Pediatric dental sedation is safe with weight-based dosing and trained monitoring. Compare nitrous, oral sedation and general anesthesia for your child.

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What to Do If Your Child Chips, Cracks, or Knocks Out a Tooth

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7/30/26

Step-by-step first aid for a chipped, cracked, or knocked-out tooth in kids, plus how dentists repair it, cost factors, and when to seek emergency care.

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Do Cavities in Baby Teeth Actually Need to Be Filled?

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7/20/26

Most cavities in baby teeth do need treatment. Learn when fillings are necessary, how decay affects adult teeth, treatment options, and cost factors for kids.

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When Should My Child's First Dental Visit Be?

Posted

7/10/26

Your child's first dental visit should happen by age 1 or within 6 months of the first tooth. Learn what happens, why timing matters, and how to prepare.

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Welcome to 4S Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics!

Posted

5/9/23

At 4S Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we are proud to have a whole team of specialists and skilled providers ready to serve your unique needs.