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10/21/26
When your baby should first see a dentist, what happens at an infant visit, how to brush first teeth, and how bottles and night feeding affect cavities.
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10/14/26
What a pulpotomy is, why dentists save infected baby teeth, how it compares with a pulpectomy or extraction, and what recovery looks like for your child.
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10/7/26
How a palatal expander widens a child's upper jaw, the signs it may be needed, what the first week feels like, and why timing during growth matters.
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9/28/26
How self-ligating braces differ from traditional braces with elastic ties, the real pros and cons, what research says about treatment time, and who is a good fit.
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9/21/26
What tongue-ties and lip-ties are, the feeding and speech signs to watch for, when a frenectomy actually helps, and what recovery looks like for babies and kids.
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9/14/26
How pediatric dental sedation works, the difference between laughing gas and deeper options, how children are screened and monitored, and how to prepare.
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9/8/26
A calm, step-by-step guide for parents: knocked-out teeth, chips, cracks, toothaches and swelling, what to do first, and when to call us.
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7/30/26
Wondering if your child's baby tooth cavity needs a filling? Learn when treatment is necessary, how baby cavities affect adult teeth, treatment options, and costs.
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7/20/26
Wondering if thumb sucking is harming your child's teeth? Learn when it becomes a problem, how it affects dental development, and proven ways to help them stop.
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7/10/26
Learn the ideal age for your child's first orthodontist visit, what happens during the appointment, and why age 7 matters for early evaluation.
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5/9/23
At San Elijo Pediatric Dentistry, we are proud to have a whole team of specialists and skilled providers ready to serve your unique needs. Dr. Spencer, Dr. Arielle, and the rest of the team have extensive educational backgrounds, and decades of combined experience, and have even received awards and accolades for their outstanding care. It is our goal to ensure you and your family always leave with a sunny smile on your faces!
