Braces For Kids | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

The American Association for Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic evaluation by the age of 7. Early detection and treatment gives your child the edge – a much better chance for natural and normal development. One advantage of having Dr. Prater or Dr. Bre for your child’s dental home is that they monitor their growth & development on […]

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Kid's Dental Services | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

Preventive Dentistry: This includes proper brushing, flossing and eating habits, ideal fluoride levels and the use of pit and fissure sealants (BPA Free). We strive to provide a fun, educational environment where children learn about the importance of good dental hygiene. Benzodiazepines, such as Ativan and Valium, are typically prescribed in oral doses. The appropriate dosage can vary depending on […]

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Pediatric Dentistry | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

Pediatric Dentistry is the dental specialty recognized by the American Dental Association which encompasses comprehensive dental care for all children, from infancy through adolescence. Children’s dental specialists like Dr. Prater and Dr. Bre are practitioners who, after becoming a general dentist (often call a family dentist), have completed an additional two years of post-doctoral training in the recognition and treatment […]

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TOTS –Tethered Oral Tissues | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

TOTS – Tethered Oral Tissues – The Assessment and Diagnosis of the Tongue and Upper Lip Ties in Breastfeeding. The roll of tethered oral tissues (TOTS) such as an infant’s tongue and upper lip attachment are often overlooked or dismissed as cause of infant distress or maternal discomfort during breastfeeding. Successful resolution of problems and understanding of these two structures […]

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Sensitive Teeth | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

by MouthHealthy.org Is the taste of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee sometimes a painful experience for you? Does brushing or flossing make you wince occasionally? If so, you may have sensitive teeth. Possible causes include: Tooth decay (cavities) Fractured teeth Worn fillings Gum disease Worn tooth enamel Exposed tooth root Sensitive teeth can be treated. The type of […]

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Short Lingual Frenulum and Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC RESEARCH | HUANG ET AL. INT J PEDIATR RES 2015, 1:1 Many of these syndromes are associated with abnormal breathing during sleep and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) [1]. However, they are most commonly isolated, involving more boys than girls with a ratio of 3:1, and with a reported incidence of 5% at birth [1]. Studies of the […]

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