Have you seen the credit card commercials with the line, “What’s in your wallet?” Everybody has, right? This made me think about ingredients in toothpastes that many of my patients’ families use. Some of these ingredients irritate the mouth; contribute to canker sores, and/or increase antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Does Your Toothpaste Contain Triclosan or Sodium lauryl sulfate? Triclosan […]
Fall is upon us and, with it, fall sports. If your kiddos are involved in athletics, you may want to know how best to protect them from dental injuries. A mouth guard is obvious, but many children play casual sports with other kids and don’t wear one. Do you know how important mouth guards really […]
Dental emergencies are never convenient but during the holiday season they are especially difficult, because families are often away from home and their usual dentist when problems occur. This blog post will detail some of the common dental emergencies around the holidays and a preventative approach you can apply to your children’s teeth. Problem: An […]
Can Babies Get Cavities? It’s a myth that babies cannot get cavities in their teeth. If you have a tooth, it can get a cavity, says Lower Manhattan pediatric dentist Dr. Jacqueline Dikansky. Although it’s true that baby teeth will fall out when adult teeth are ready to emerge, this doesn’t mean that tooth decay […]
If your child has been fitted with orthodontic braces, our NYC orthodontist will give you complete instructions about brushing and flossing, as well as some recommendations about which foods to avoid. As a handy reference, I’m posting this in blog form so you don’t have to worry if you misplace the papers after you leave […]
You can optimize your child’s oral health with a combination of home care, nutrition and twice-yearly visits to our Lower Manhattan pediatric dental office for check-ups and treatments. Our commitment to the latest in dental technology and techniques will go a long way to prevent cavities and to repair damage from dental decay or injury […]
Whether your child already has braces or it’s happening soon, you might find it helpful to understand the best way to care for teeth that are going through orthodontic treatment. With the goal to give your child a lifetime of straight, attractive teeth, making sure those teeth are getting the care they need to keep […]
December is the month of sweets! to more sugar than usual and, often, a change in your schedule and overall diet. Today I’m sharing 5 pointers for a happy, healthy mouth during the December holidays! 1. Are Your Children Up-to-Date on Dental Visits? With school break generally lasting two weeks, December is a perfect time […]
I’m occasionally asked this question by parents of my NYC pediatric dental patients. In our society, white teeth are a sign of health and youthfulness so, when parents perceive their child’s teeth as yellowish, they become concerned. Here are some reasons that kids’ teeth can yellow. 1. Rinse their mouth with plain warm water mixed […]
There are numerous reasons why your child may have a toothache but, bottom line, you need to know what to do to help him or her while you wait for an appointment. Toothache Treatments Rinse their mouth with plain warm water mixed with a teaspoon of table salt. Place a cold pack against the child’s […]