A dental sealant is a thin protective coating that is applied directly to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. Once in place, it forms a protective barrier over the grooves and pits where tooth decay most often begins.

Most parents are familiar with the sticky film that forms on teeth throughout the day. That film is plaque, and it’s building up in your child’s mouth. Over time, plaque buildup can lead to problems that affect how permanent teeth come in and how healthy your child’s mouth remains as they grow.

In this National Dental Health Month, this guide reviews the basics of flossing for kids, including when to start, simple step by step techniques, and practical tips to make the routine easier for everyone involved.

Dental crowns are a common and effective way to protect and restore children’s teeth.

Dental care is important for every child, and for those with special needs, it is even more essential.

When you focus on prevention early, you reduce the risk of cavities, gum disease, and other dental issues that can cause pain, missed school days, and expensive treatments later.

Taking a child to the dentist can feel challenging for many families, especially when the child has special needs. Sensory sensitivities, anxiety, or physical limitations often add to the stress of dental visits for both children and parents.

Cold weather, combined with all the warm drinks we sip to take the chill off, can trigger unexpected tooth pain. Hot chocolate after playing outside, warm apple cider at a holiday gathering, or even just breathing in cold air can suddenly become uncomfortable for kids with sensitive teeth.

You don’t have to fill stockings with the usual candy haul. There are plenty of fun, tooth-friendly gifts that kids love and that help keep their teeth healthy.

Even though Louisiana doesn’t get harsh winters, the cooler, drier weather we do get can still affect kids in ways parents might not expect, including how much saliva they produce.

Here are some simple, realistic ways to manage your child’s sugar cravings during the holidays and keep their teeth healthy.

September is here, and along with the change in seasons comes National Gum Health Month. It’s the perfect time to shine a light on an area of oral health that often gets overlooked: the gums.

Helmets and pads are always top of mind, but one piece of equipment that often gets overlooked is the mouthguard. It plays a big role in protecting young athletes from dental injuries.

Here are a few easy, practical tips to help keep their smile healthy all school year long.

What happens in the mouth can affect the entire body. Once you understand that connection, it becomes easier to make decisions that support your child’s health far beyond just preventing cavities.

Summer in Louisiana means snowballs, pool parties, and a more relaxed schedule. With all the fun, it’s easy for daily routines like brushing and flossing to slip. But by the time back-to-school dental checkups come around in August, we often see more cavities.

Pacifiers aren't all good or all bad. It really comes down to timing and knowing what signs to watch for.

As kids grow up, their smiles go through a lot of changes. Baby teeth fall out, adult teeth come in, and sometimes those changes don’t happen exactly as expected. That’s where orthodontic evaluations can help.

Drinking enough water throughout the day can do far more for dental health than most people realize. In fact, water supports many of the natural processes that protect and strengthen young teeth.

We all want our kids to grow up with strong, healthy smiles—and flossing is a key part of that. But, getting children excited about flossing isn’t always easy. That’s why we’ve put together some playful and practical tips to help make flossing something your child actually looks forward to!