Around the age of five or six, children will begin losing their baby teeth. The first loose tooth is always an exciting time, but it’s understandable for children to be a little anxious when it happens, as it can be uncomfortable.

As a parent, this experience can also be worrisome (especially if you’re a first time parent)!

Here are a couple of tips to make sure that the transition is as easy as possible for both you and your child. Our goal is to make sure that their teeth come out safely and provide an overall good experience.

We, along with the American Dental Association, recommend children have their first dentist visit around their 1st birthday or by the time their first tooth erupts, whichever comes first. Early visits help to ensure your child is experiencing proper oral development. Early visits also get your child comfortable with going to the dentist and having them look around in their mouth.

Their first visit can be worrisome for them and for you, whether it’s their first visit ever, or their first visit with a new dentist.

To help prepare them as best you can, here are some of our top tips for setting them up for success:

Milestones to consider and helpful tips for kids of all ages: Navigating the world of dental and oral health from infancy to adulthood.

In honor of Dental Health Month we're talking about our insights into oral and dental care for infants, toddlers, young children. Navigate through their 1st tooth and teething, all the way to their full set of baby teeth. A proactive approach helps to lay a healthy foundation!

Pediatric dentistry offers a number of advantages that span across preventative care and restorative treatments that ensure optimal dental and oral health during growth.