How they impact your baby and when to have them corrected Often when a baby’s ability to feed and thrive is compromised it is a result of a Lip and/or Tongue Tie requiring a revision.   A Lip Tie is caused by a piece of tissue behind the upper lip, called the frenulum, being too thick or too […]

  Losing their baby teeth and being paid a visit from the Tooth Fairy has always been a very big deal to kids.  As a pediatric dental office, we experience the excitement of losing teeth with our patients on a regular basis.  Seeing as though we are immersed in all things related to kids’ teeth, […]

There are few more important things a parent can do to enhance their child’s opportunity for a lifetime of good oral health than to help your child develop a mindset that brushing and flossing are a fundamental part of taking care of their body. Below are six steps to get your child on the path […]

What to watch for after your little one has dental treatment. Lip biting, especially for children, has always been a potential complication of any dental treatment involving local anesthesia.  When a child’s mouth has been numbed for a dental procedure it is difficult for them to know, or even feel, if they are biting their […]

When you choose a practice, you do so with the expectation of getting the best care possible. What makes a practice truly special and stands above its competition is exceptional care and compassion from the providers and the front desk staff. The very best practices have individuals answering the phones and working their reception desks […]

At Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph, we have always been at the forefront of providing the most up-to-date care for our patients in a calm, caring environment. With this in mind, we have always been a proponent of sealants for all our patients. What are Sealants, and do my children benefit from them? Sealants today […]

With a little planning, your child’s first dental visit should be an enjoyable experience for both you and your toddler.  A child’s first visit to the dentist should occur when the first baby teeth appear, or by their first birthday, as recommended by both the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of […]

The first time you hear a grating sound coming from your toddler’s mouth it can be quite startling.  Don’t be alarmed. Teeth grinding, also known as Bruxism, is reasonably common in young children and is rarely a cause for concern.  As adults we may be more inclined to grind our teeth during times of stress, […]

In our office we see far too many children with damage to teeth that could have been prevented by wearing a mouth guard. Children who don’t wear mouth guards playing sports are 60 times more likely to harm their teeth. These injuries often result in permanent damage even after medical intervention. Yet, most parents will […]

We follow the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and American Academy of Pediatrics, recommendations which state that a child’s first visit to the dentist should occur when the first baby teeth appear or by their first birthday. Our goal is to establish a Dental Home for your child, an ongoing relationship between our pediatric dentist and […]