Establishing good oral hygiene habits from a young age is one of the most important things you can do for your child’s long-term health. For toddlers, this can feel like a daily battle of wills. …
Why Baby Teeth Matter: The Importance of Restoring Decayed Primary Teeth
Many parents wonder why it’s necessary to treat cavities in baby teeth, also known as primary teeth, when they are just going to fall out anyway. It’s a common misconception that since these teeth are …
How to Spot Early Signs of Cavities in Children Before Their Next Checkup
Cavities are one of the most common dental issues affecting children. When plaque builds up on a tooth in a certain spot, over time it can create a pit or hole in the enamel. This …
Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist vs a General Dentist?
Are you looking for a dentist for your child? Whether it’s time for your baby’s first visit, you’re new to the area, or you’re simply in need of a change, you should really seek out …
Special Needs Dentistry for Children
Going to the dentist is a routine, normal experience for the average person. But for some children, visiting the dentist can be terrifying, physically difficult, or complicated in other ways. Whatever the situation, all children …
Sports Mouthguards for Kids: What You Need to Know
Playing sports can be a lot of fun, but you need to have the right protection (even for your teeth). Losing a tooth in a game can be a lasting problem to deal with. That …
My Child Knocked Out a Tooth! Now What?
As parents, we anticipate the occasional scraped knee or bump on the head. What we don’t anticipate is an injury that leaves our child upset, bleeding, and missing a tooth. It can be hard not …
Losing Baby Teeth: When Do Kids Lose Teeth and What to Expect
Losing baby teeth is a highly personalized process, so it is important to stay calm if your child loses a tooth sooner or later than you expected. Some baby teeth fall out easily, while others …
How a Happy Visit Can Make Young Children More Comfortable
Many parents underestimate the importance of their child’s very first “big kid” visit to the dentist. Yet this visit can actually shape your child’s views on dental care for a lifetime. We like to call …
National Children Oral Health Month
Andover Pediatric Dentistry (APD) is always waiting with great excitement for February because it represents the beginning of tons of Oral Health Presentations. February National Dental Health Month is meant to increase awareness about the …
The State of Children’s Dental Health and How You Can Help
One of the key factors to an adult’s dental health is the level of care he or she receives as a child. Pediatric dentistry continues to undergo changes as new information becomes available and practices …
What to Expect at Your Child’s First Dental Visit
If your child is due for his first dental visit, you might be nervous about what to expect, especially if you are not entirely comfortable around dentists. Yet your child’s first dental visit is an …
What You Need to Know About Pediatric Dental Care
Many parents assume that since baby teeth fall out anyway, there is little point in worrying about them. Yet pediatric dental care is an essential part of keeping your child healthy. In addition, establishing strong …
Scarecrow Festival
We participate every year in the Scarecrow Festival in Andover organized by Andover Coalition for Education. Click on the links below to learn more about the Scarecrow Festival and the Andover Coalition for Education: Scarecrow …
Toddlers and Teeth: Setting the Stage for a Lifetime of Good Oral Hygiene
Many parents figure that baby teeth fall out anyway, so there is no need to worry about them. The reality, though, is that a stunning 60 to 90 percent of children develop at least one …
Methuen Life Magazine Articles
Click on the links below to view our Articles in Methuen Life Magazine: Dentist Article 2018Dentist Article 2017Dentist Article 2016Dentist Article 2015