Want to learn more about dental fillings? You’re at your pediatric dentist near Omaha when you get the unwanted news—your child has a cavity. You may have a million questions, including whether you should get silver or white fillings. Before making that decision, it’s best to learn more about dental fillings, starting with the benefits…

As parents, we take our kids’ oral hygiene seriously. After all, we want them to have healthy and happy smiles. But did you know that there is yet one more thing you can do to protect those pearly whites? Of course, teaching your kids to brush, floss, and rinse is critical. And taking them to…

They say that parenting can be one of the most rewarding things you will ever do. And though we’re not entirely sure who they are, what’s often left out is that parenting is also likely the most challenging thing you will ever do. At Omaha Pediatric Dental Specialists, we think parenting is both rewarding and…

We’re going to put it out there. Taking your kid to the dentist can sometimes be a challenging experience. Though we do everything we can to provide a safe, fun, and comfortable environment for you and your child… let’s face it, having someone poke metal tools around in your mouth is a strange and invasive…

We all know the importance of teaching our kids to brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash each day. After all, bacteria grow in our mouths all the time. Without a proper oral routine, bacteria can fester and become dental plaque and calculus, which can only be removed by a dental professional. And sometimes, despite our…

A dental crown for a baby tooth? We’ve all heard of dental crowns for adults. Many of us probably have one. In fact, according to the National Center for Health Statistics, the application of a single crown is the most commonly performed restorative procedure in cosmetic dentistry. But did you know that sometimes young children…

Childhood Tooth Decay Is a Disease As parents, there are so many things we need to keep in mind when it comes to our child’s overall health. It’s no different when it comes to oral health. We often wonder if we’re doing all the right things to prevent childhood tooth decay. After all, according to…

Accidents happen. Sometimes even a minor tumble or trip and fall can result in a chipped or cracked tooth. In other situations, kids can experience a deep cavity despite their best efforts to practice good oral hygiene at home. Thankfully, tooth restoration for children is an option. After all, accidents happen to adults and kids…

At the end of a long day, sometimes we want to climb into bed, turn off the light on the bedside table, and pull our covers over our heads. But, we know better and sometimes even begrudgingly haul ourselves to the bathroom to brush, floss, and rinse our teeth. Why do we do it? Because…

Most dental treatments only require a local anesthetic – the shot you receive before a filling or other simple procedure that numbs that area from any pain. However, sedation dentistry for kids is used in cases where local anesthesia isn’t sufficient. If your child is undergoing a serious procedure or has special needs, you should…