At Dentistry for Children, we are often asked by concerned parents whether thumb sucking or pacifier use can be harmful to their children’s oral health. While most children outgrow these habits long before they can cause long-term problems, prolonged engagement in these behaviors can pose a risk to your child’s oral health. Dr. Halum and…

At Dentistry for Children, we offer a range of restorative dentistry solutions, including dental crowns, to strengthen weak or damaged baby teeth, restoring their strength and function. Your child’s dental crown will stay in place until its adult replacement is ready to come in, ensuring its long-term health. Here’s all you need to know about…

At Dentistry for Children, we are dedicated to providing our young patients with the most conservative smile solutions tailored to their unique needs. We are pleased to offer silver diamine fluoride, or SDF, a quick and painless option to stop cavities in their tracks. The non-invasive treatment provides an excellent solution to buy time until…

At Dentistry for Children, we are committed to helping our young patients develop healthy oral hygiene habits from a young age to ensure they maintain proper oral health and dental hygiene into adulthood. In addition to routine pediatric dental exams and cleanings, we emphasize the importance of at-home oral hygiene practices, including flossing, to keep…

Oral motor difficulties can interfere with feeding, speech, and development, impacting a child’s overall health and well-being. Clinical studies show that early intervention is highly effective in enhancing oral function. Dr. Halum and his team at Dentistry for Children offer oral motor therapy in a safe and comfortable environment. We are here to support your…

So your child has a loose tooth! It is tooth fairy time! At some point, every child goes through the natural process of losing their baby teeth. But what if the wiggly pearly white will not fall out? Should you pull it out or give it time to fall out on its own? If you…