A common question parents have is when should I first start taking my child to see a dentist? The old adage was to wait until 3 years old, but by that age, a child typically has had SOME teeth for up to 2.5 years! The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends the first dental…
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How is a Pediatric Dentist different from a general dentist? Pediatric dentists like other dental specialists (orthodontist, oral surgeons, endodontist, and other) complete dental school with their general dentist colleagues, but then continue on for additional training. Pediatric Dentists spend 2-3 years of focused training on the care of infants, children, and adolescents. This training…
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