Why Do Wisdom Teeth Exist?
If you’ve ever dealt with the pain of having a wisdom tooth erupt, you may be wondering why these teeth…
Does Drinking Milk Benefit Your Child’s Teeth?
We frequently hear about the health benefits of eating nutrient-dense foods. We’re told that eating carrots can improve our eyesight,…
February Marks National Children’s Dental Health Month
Each year in February, the American Dental Association marks National Children’s Dental Health Month as a way to boost awareness…
Make Good Oral Health Your Priority This Year
The year 2021 is finally here. At the beginning of each new year, people everywhere make resolutions. They want to…
Will Thumb Sucking Hurt Your Child’s Dental Health?
Babies begin sucking on their thumbs while they are still in their mother’s uterus. Some parents do get concerned that…
Dental Tips for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time where most are busy planning for family and friend gatherings, getting prepared for a smorgasbord of…
Halloween Safety Tips from Greater Houston Pediatric Dentistry
Most children look forward each year to selecting Halloween costumes, carving pumpkins, and collecting delicious treats from their neighbors. However,…
Tips for Getting a Baby Tooth to Wiggle out
It can be exhilarating for children when their baby teeth start to fall out. Most baby teeth will come out…
Quick Guide: Your Child’s First Dental Visit
Common questions that parents ask are when should a child first visit a dentist and what will happen during that…
Proper home care for your baby’s teeth
Despite the fact that baby teeth come and go, they make place for the adult teeth and add to your…
Top Questions About Children’s Teeth
As a parent, nothing is more important than the health and well being of your child. You want health, vitality…
Families’ top questions about their children’s dental health
If you have questions about taking care of your child’s teeth, you’re not alone! Many parents are confused by the…
Packing a lunch that promotes oral health
Parents want their children to grow up to be happy and healthy adults. Part of enjoying good physical health and…
Understanding How Gum Disease Affects Children
Gum disease is caused by bacteria. The technical term for this condition is periodontal disease and it impacts a significant…
How to Help Your Child Prevent Cavities During the Holidays
Nobody wants cavities. Unfortunately, there are some habits that are likely to result in cavities, especially during the holidays. The…
Establishing a Great Relationship with Your Child’s Dentist
If you want to ensure that your children have good oral health then there are several things that you need…
Keeping Your Kids Teeth Healthy on Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner and with it, comes the delicious candy kids crave. Kids love to satisfy their…
Your Child’s Baby Teeth Are Important
You might think that your child’s baby or primary teeth aren’t important, but the pediatric dentists at Greater Houston Pediatric…
Teething Jewelry Can Be Dangerous
Parents with teething toddlers and special needs children have become used to giving their children teething jewelry like bracelets, necklaces…
The Truth about Fruit Juice and Your Child’s Oral Health
The fact that children love and often crave sugar has been well-documented and is something that every parent can definitely…
Don’t Forget Your Dental Travel Kit This Summer
Summer is good for vacationing, having fun family times and relaxing. However, as you enjoy the extended breaks and abundant…
Three Surprising Sugar Sources Your Toddler May be Consuming
Tooth decay is one of the most dangerous tooth problems that may be affecting your toddler’s developing teeth. Tooth decay…
Advantages of Visiting a Houston Pediatric Dentist for Your Child
Even as an adult, people feel at least a twinge of fear when they have to go visit the dentist.…
Everything You Need To Know About Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are made of thin, plastic coating painted on chewing sides of back teeth: the premolars and molars. They…
Little teeth are a big deal!
Prevent cavity with healthy habits. Here is an infographic from American Association of Pediatric Dentistry that will help you keep…
Make a Healthy Resolution for the New Year by Visiting a Pediatric Dentist
The new year is finally here. It is now the time when most parents lay emphasis on healthy habits for…
Taking Care of Your Child’s Teeth Once Your Baby is Born
Once you hold your tiny infant in your arms, dental care may be the last thing on your mind. You…
Your Child’s Oral Health and Holiday Travels
Houston, the Holiday Season is almost here! It isn’t uncommon for families to fly abroad for trips to museums, historic…
Keeping Your Kids Teeth Healthy on the Holidays
It’s time to get ready for the holidays. Getting everyone out of the house and off to enjoy some fun.…
5 Important Things You Might Not Know About Your Children’s Dental Health
It’s easy to believe that oral health isn’t too much of an issue. After all, aren’t there other things about…
4 Innovations That Impact Your Child’s Next Visit To The Dentist
Many Houston Pediatric dentists are likely to agree that there are new innovations that have forever changed pediatric dental care.…
Four Simple Ways to Avoid Cavities in Halloween
Halloween is not far away. By now, your child is probably thinking about candies, costumes, pumpkin carving, and school parties.…
Managing the effects of Halloween candy on teeth
Now that October is here, all thoughts are turning toward the end of the month and Halloween. For kids, that…
7 Things You Never Knew about Flossing
One of the questions your Houston Pediatric Dentists always ask is if your child has been brushing and flossing regularly.…
Can You Handle Your Child’s Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is not something you think about very often. Likely the last time you had such an emergency…
The Importance of Oral Hygiene for Children
Though there are a variety of questions Katy, TX parents face when raising their child, health care is often at…
Why Student-Athletes Should Use Mouthguards
It is almost back to school time in Houston and many kids are involved in contact sports, and most of…
What to Look for in a Great Houston Pediatric Dentist
There are many qualified pediatric dentists in the Houston and Katy Texas areas, but are you sure that you are…
Making a positive experience on your child’s dental visits
While all dentists have the capabilities to treat children, not all have the specialized training and education that a pediatric…
Gum Disease in Children: How to Tell?
Gum disease is a bacterial infection that affects the gum tissue around the teeth. When it goes untreated, it can…
10 Ways to Ensure a Fun Summer Season (For parents & kids)
School breaks and holidays are always a blast for kids, but for parents, it can be the epitome of pandemonium.…
How to Ensure Your Child is Ready for a Visit to the Dentist
It’s a well-known fact that most kids have always feared their next trip to the dentist. But it is not…
Benefits of Visiting the Dentist from a Young Age
So many adults these days are scared of going to the dentist. While they may not come out and admit…
Pros and Cons of Electric Toothbrushes for Kids
Getting your kids to brush their teeth can be extremely difficult. Marketers and toothbrush companies understand this, so they sell…
How to Make Your Child’s Dental Visit a Positive Experience
Although good oral hygiene is a crucial aspect of your child’s overall health, visits to the dentist’s office may be…
Your Child’s Age One Dental Visit
A question that I get the asked the most as a pediatric dentist is, “At what age should I start…
How Poor Dental Health Affects School Performance
Poor oral health in children can affect more than just teeth. Dental health is just as important as general health,…
The Type Of Toothpaste You Use Matters
Some people do not care what brand of toothpaste they buy. Others are completely loyal to their brand and won’t…
The Best Snacks to Protect Your Child’s Teeth
Part of healthy smiles and teeth is taking care of your dental health. With brushing, flossing, and regular checkups, you…
Caring for Baby Teeth
No parent wants to learn that their young child has cavities. Having cavities at such a young age may be…
What to Do When You Child Chips a Tooth
Kids sometimes play rough, and a chipped tooth is an unfortunate consequence. If your child comes to you with a…
Benefits of Choosing a Houston Pediatric Dentist
From parents with their first little one to those with multiple children, there’s one common theme that’s at the heart…
Understanding Thumb Sucking and Pacifier Use
Is your child a thumb sucker or habitual paci user? How do you know when it’s the right time to…
Keep Your Child’s Smile Bright
Everyone wants to have the most beautiful, perfect smile they possibly can. A great smile boosts your confidence, brightens up…
How to talk to children about visiting a pediatric dentist
When you talk to children about going to the dentist and what to expect, you might find that it’s better…
All About Dental Fillings for Houston’s Kids
As pediatric dentists, we receive many questions about the types of tooth fillings offered and particularly about the differences between…
Should Wisdom Teeth Be Removed?
Many parents at our Katy Pediatric Dentist office wonder whether they should have their child’s wisdom teeth pulled or if…
5 Creative Ways to Make a Dental Visit Fun
By making dental visits fun for your kids, you set them up for positive experiences going to the dentist through…
Back to School Oral Health Checklist
Though your child is up to date with their wardrobe, sports equipment, and school supplies, they still need to have…
Dental Tips For Kids: Back To School
Most children get their physicals and immunizations before they start school. It is just as important for children to get…
Dental checklist for your child’s back-to-school
Vacation time is over. It’s back to school time for the kids. Certainly, parent’s like to make sure that their…
Should you brush your child’s teeth or let them do it?
The biggest mistakes parents make regarding brushing their children’s teeth is that parents let their kids brush their teeth. Children…
The Importance of Brushing a Child’s Teeth Until They’re Ready to Do It Themselves
Your child’s oral hygiene and health is incredibly important and something that you need to take seriously from the moment…
Think Twice about Bottled Smoothies
This fruity thick beverage made from blended raw fruit or vegetables as been thought by parents as a healthy beverage…
Keeping Your Children’s Teeth Healthy For The Summer
With summer vacation here for most kids in Houston and Katy, you don’t want your child’s plans for fun and…
Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist?
You are probably well aware of the fact that your child needs to see the dentist on a regular basis.…
Summer Dental Health Tips for Kids
Hanging out with friends, playing outdoors and getting out of school make summer a favorite time of year for a…
Kids’ Myths About The Dentist
Going to the dentist can be frightening for anyone. However, it can be even scarier for a young child. There…
Why Is Choosing A Pediatric Dentist Better Than A Regular Dentist?
It’s common knowledge that dentists specialize in the oral health arena. However, just like you take your newborn to a…
Why Visting a Pediatric Dentist is Important
Between birth and early adulthood is the time when the teeth, jaws and other facial structures grow the most. Because…
Toddler Oral Health: Tips for Dealing with Thumb-sucking
Everyone handles stress differently, and toddlers have their own way of coping with this issue. It might seem like toddlers…
What is fluoride and how can it help your child prevent tooth decay?
Fluoride is a natural mineral found throughout the earth which also can be found in some foods and water. Studies…
Baby Teeth Development Chart and Eruption Schedule
Teeth generally vary in size, shape and their location in the jaws. These differences enable teeth to work together to…
Preventing Tooth Decay in Children
As a parent, you might think that tooth decay is not a major problem. But according to recent data, roughly…
How to overcome your child’s fear of the dentist
At Greater Houston Pediatric Dentistry in Houston, Dr. Luu and her staff understand that many kids are nervous, even scared…
How to make your child’s diet safe for their teeth?
The type of food that you feed your child can have an effect on their oral health. Diet actually plays…
How to keep your Houston pediatric dentist happy!
Come in and visit us at least twice a year! The American Dental Association says that visiting the dentist two…
How Often Should My Child Visit a Pediatric Dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that all children should visit the dentist at least two times a year.…
Oral bacteria transmission from parent to child
One of the easiest ways to help prevent cavities is by being cautious in our interactions with our precious infants…
5 Creative Ways to Make a Dental Visit Fun
By making dental visits fun for your kids, you set them up for positive experiences going to the dentist through…
A Comprehensive Parents’ Guide to Teething
Teething is a process that starts when your child’s first baby teeth appear in their mouth. It can be a…
Laughing Gas, Sedation, and Pediatric Dentistry
When children are very anxious, they may lack the cooperative nature that a dentist requires to complete a treatment on…
Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist for Your Child?
You likely already know that your child should visit the dentist regularly. But do you know that your kid will…