“Did you know that you need to take a probiotic when taking antibiotics to protect your gut microbiome? I didn’t learn that from TikTok, or even from my children’s pediatrician.
Dr. Azadpur taught me that. She and Dr. Marvasti-Sitterly also taught me that I can strengthen my son’s jaw muscles by having him eat crunchier foods, as well as with a simple toy available on Amazon.
Simsbury Pediatric Dentistry is not close to where I live, by any means, but well worth the drive for quality dental care. Highly recommend.”
- One of our patients
Sweets are hard to resist, especially at this time of year. We think that it’s okay to indulge in a couple treats here and there, but there should be a limit to the number of sweet treats your child eats. Stay far away from sticky candies that get caught on and in-between teeth and be sure to step up their brushing and flossing game!
Eating extra sweets can lead to cavities. Kids don't always brush after every meal or snack, so the extra sugar will attract those nasty "sugar bugs" that may cause cavities to form. If your child doesn’t have the ability to brush after snacking on sugar, drinking water can help wash away some of it.
If your child has never had a cavity, there are some signs you can look out for. These signs include tooth pain and sensitivity to hot or cold, which can occur even before anything is visible. That is why it is so important to schedule your child's dental checkups twice a year and get x-rays taken once a year. We’ll be able to catch any cavity formation earlier.
If your child is experiencing pain or sensitivity at home, please give us a call. While this isn’t considered an emergency, potential cavities should be treated sooner rather than later. Delaying treatment can lead to the problem worsening, which may lead to more extensive and expensive work. Give us a call as soon as your child complains of pain. We may ask you to send us a picture of the affected area so it may be a good idea to take that picture prior to calling, especially if they are headed off to school for the day and you were planning on calling while they were gone.
Dr. Marvasti-Sitterly, our new doctor who joined our team in August, is available alongside Dr. Azadpur, to help address any of your concerns. Dr. Marvasti-Sitterly has been a huge hit here in the office with the kids and their parents. She came to us from general dentistry but completed the extra couple years of pediatric dental training and residency and was handpicked by Dr. Azadpur to join our team. It feels like she has always been a part of our team. Be sure to say hello when you come in!
And check out our winner of our 3rd Quarter giveaway. This happy guy won $500 to Great Wolf Lodge! Keep those reviews and referrals coming and you might win our next big prize: a Nintendo Switch 2!
We hope you have a wonderful Halloween season and hope to see you soon.
