Tongue ties (ankyloglossia) happen in about 5% of newborns, so they're quite common. In fact, many kids with minor tongue ties don’t notice any negative effects at all as they grow. But in some children, tongue ties can cause problems…
As a parent, you are probably aware of the importance of regular dental check-ups for your child. And, if you are in the process of looking for a good dentist for your little one, you may have noticed that some…
Yellow teeth are not necessarily an indication of oral health problems, but if the discoloration is persistent and has no known cause, it is a good idea to visit the dentist to check for plaque buildup, cavities, or dental trauma…
Typically, you should brush your child’s teeth until they’re about 7-8 years old, or coordinated enough to tie their own shoes. But once your little one can handle brushing on their own, you may be wondering. What’s the best toothbrush…
Brushing your child’s teeth is important, and twice daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste helps their smile stay healthy. But flossing is essential, too. Regular flossing allows you to further reduce your child’s risk of oral health issues like tooth decay…
The Order of Baby Teeth Within the first few years of your child’s life, they will develop 20 baby teeth. The first of these teeth to develop are the central incisors, followed in order by the lateral incisors, first molars,…
Frenectomies in Muscatine are the best way to resolve tongue and lip ties. But once Dr. Jarod performs your child’s operation at Arctic Dental and sends you home, it’s up to you to make sure their mouth heals properly. Let’s…
If your child has tongue or lip ties, they may need a frenectomy. Tongue and lip ties happen when the bands of tissue attaching the tongue to the base of the mouth or the lips to the gums are too…
Is the tooth fairy real? We've all heard the stories about how if you leave your tooth under a pillow, the tooth fairy will come and take it away. But what is the truth? Is there really such a thing…
What is general anesthesia for dental services? General anesthesia is a beneficial procedure that helps make children feel more comfortable during dental care. It provides a deep sleep-like state for the child to help with anxiety, and it keeps them…