For many parents, it's a challenge in itself to get kids to sit still. Throw in a dentist's office with tools and loud noises, and it's easy to see why parents may dread their child's first visit to ...

Taking your baby to the dentist may seem premature, but early pediatric dental care plays a critical role in lifelong oral ...

During that first dental visit, the dentist gently checks baby teeth, gum health, and jaw development. The visit is brief and ...

AUSTIN, TX -- A toddler in Austin has died after visiting her dentist's office. Daisy Lynn was a "happy, healthy baby" and "full of life" before the visit, her aunt says. But then Jessica Casaneda ...

A new poll finds that many parents who don’t receive proper professional guidance are less likely to take their children to the dentist early enough. Although the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. A physician who writes about challenges with navigating healthcare. I spoke with a pediatric dentist, Dr. Helen Mo, about the ...

Baby teeth are important. Children who get cavities before six years old are more prone to cavities later in life. Strategies to prevent cavities: Gently wipe your baby’s gums with a clean damp ...

The health of your teeth, gums, and mouth are critical to your overall health and the health of your baby. You’re more likely to stay healthy and have a healthy baby if you take care of your mouth and ...