This year marks the 80th anniversary of celebrating childhood dental health in the month of February. In the 1940s and 50s, a growing understanding of dental disease, and hygiene, made many educators, parents, and politicians focus on early prevention and improved dental hygiene for children. The history of Children’s Dental Health Month has expanded over
read moreDr. Chamberlain is currently the President of the Utah Dental Association, and as such, has been blessed with the opportunity to visit different dentists throughout the state of Utah. He loves serving in this way and helping to educate the community about oral health and hygiene. Last week, he was able to spend time talking
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At South Valley Pediatric dentistry, we know that cavities and fillings can be frightening for children, so we do everything in our power to make children feel comfortable and calm while they have dental treatment done. Sometimes this means one of our dentists will propose a treatment plan that includes sedation in one form or
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Every child wants to look and feel his or her best on the first day back to school, and a healthy smile can go a long way. Unfortunately, with all the hustle and bustle of returning to school, dental health can sometimes be your last priority. Here are some simple tricks for keeping teeth looking and
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A common myth about dental care for children suggests that baby teeth matter less than adult teeth since they will eventually fall out. In reality, baby teeth play a vital role in talking, chewing and saving space for eventual permanent teeth. At South Valley Pediatric Dentistry we urge parents to care for baby teeth as soon
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Nutritionists, Doctors and Dentists agree that water is the best beverage for your overall health. But what makes water so special? Water has many properties that contribute to its reputation as the healthiest drink of all. Best for hydration: Our bodies need water to perform every essential function for life, and they loose a lot
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Before becoming a receptionist at South Valley Pediatric Dentistry, I knew very little about dental health. Working with our wonderful dentists, assistants and patients has taught me a lot about dental care that I might never have learned otherwise. I now know more about teeth than I ever thought I would! Here are a few
read moreOur patients love looking at the colorful saltwater fish in our dental office. Like the characters in the children’s classic “Finding Nemo” and it’s new sequel “Finding Dory”, your dentist, South Valley Pediatric Dentistry, has a collection of bright saltwater fish. Here are a few of our favorites to look for when you visit. Nemo:
read moreA child’s first dental checkup in an important milestone, but can frighten some kids. One way to lessen their fear is to discuss the three W’s of dental checkups…
read moreWe have a love-hate relationship with Insurance companies. On one hand they help pay for expensive health and dental procedures – ones we need to be healthy and comfortable! But on the other hand, their entire existence revolves around not paying for anything they can get away with. Their survival depends on constantly exploiting any
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