According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of children aged 6 to 9 have had cavities in their primary or permanent teeth. About 1 in 5 adults has at least one cavity. Teaching ...

University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Stephen Mitchell, DMD, professor of pediatric dentistry in the School of Dentistry, answers questions about when to book a child’s first appointment and how to ...

Many parents aren’t sure when their child should first see a dentist. Some children have grown all of their 'baby' teeth before they're two, which can feel early to be visiting a dentist. Particularly ...

Pediatric dentist Christina Arrieta in Ramona is making it her life’s work to see that children have positive experiences at the dentist.

"A child's first experience visiting the dentist can have a lasting influence on how they view dental health for the rest of their lives," says Dr. Tyler Hanks, D.M.D., of the pediatric dentistry ...

You probably feel stunned and guilty after hearing that a 1-year-old has the start of cavities, especially if you thought you ...

If you have a little one, you’ll want to make sure you’re properly brushing their teeth! There are specific techniques to use to help keep your babies mouth as healthy as possible. Check out tips from ...

As World Oral Health Day approaches on March 20, Odin House Dental in Innaloo is shining a spotlight on the importance ...