Facial structures have evolved over time. This includes our jaws, mouth and airways. This is evident with wisdom teeth removals, tonsillectomies and adenoid removals. Did your grandparents or their parents [...]
Here at Smile Reef we frequently take care of the dental needs for siblings. It is not uncommon for one sibling to have more cavities than the other children on [...]
Special needs children often have to be sedated or require anesthesia to get their dental work done efficiently. When your child’s appointment approaches, it is natural for parents to become [...]
Thousands of people are afraid of going to the dentist. It is estimated that 5-8% of Americans avoid the dentist entirely because of this fear. Another 20% will go to [...]
Wearing cute costumes and enjoying the fun event, coming in pail after pail of sweets; your little monster is sure to revel in the Halloween experience. But with the candy, [...]
Years ago if you had a cavity your dentist would automatically fill it with a silver colored filling. In more recent years white colored fillings have become available. Many people [...]
Throughout the years there has been lots of talk about fluoride. People will talk about whether fluoride is good or bad. Sifting through the information so that you can form [...]
As soon as teeth emerge, children should be having their teeth brushed. Your baby gets used to the daily routine by starting early. For babies, use a small soft-bristled brush [...]
A healthy diet plays a major role in maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Many parents want to know which snacks are good for their kids, that can still fill the [...]
Awareness of the importance and benefits of applying dental sealants has increased over the last couple of decades. A dental sealant is a protective barrier that covers the teeth. The [...]