Your child’s first dental appointment should be within six months of her first tooth, and if possible before her first birthday. After that she should see the dentist twice a year for cleanings and checkups. Starting your child off early with dental appointments will help her to get used to seeing the dentist, and take some of the fear and... read more »

Not every filling is right for every tooth. For example,a cavity in a back tooth, or molar, that chews and grinds your food would be suitable for a gold or an amalgam filling that can withstand a great deal of pressure. But what about a cavity that is in an area where many people can see it? In such a... read more »