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My Son Needs Major Dental Work
Asked by T.J. from Phoenix
on November 13, 2008
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My Son had his tooth pulled a couple of days ago. This was his first visit out of many. He is only 3 years old and the fear in his eye's killed me. How can I ease th...
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- We go to Arrowhead Desert Dental and the reason we like them is that they practice conservative dentistry. They prefer to leave things alone unless absolutely necessar...
- Poor darling. The best thing you can give him (and you) is Calmazon. It is an all-natural herbal blend that calms emotional and physical tension. It also relieves pain...
- Hi Toni - May I ask why they want to pull a 3 year old's teeth? His permanent teeth should not be coming into until he is about 6. If they pull his teeth, what do...
Having Wisdom Teeth Cut Out
Asked by A.C. from Cincinnati
on August 26, 2009
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Hi lovely Mamas! I need your help & suggestions please. I'm having 2 wisdom teeth pulled in a week, along with a cavity being filled & a cleaning. I'm doing all thi...
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- hi. first, my sympathy. Next ,eat brocoli, it's full of vitamin K,which helps with clotting. The tea bag really works. Soak it in cool water at first then colder as to...
- The tea bag helps but is awkward, you just wet it with room temp water and keep it in your mouth near the effected area but this is usually done when a infection is pr...
- Hi, when my baby was little and learning to walk the dr said use a steaped tea bag to stop the bleeding. We never had to use one, so i don't know if it really works. H...
In Need of a Very Understanding Peds Dentist
Asked by L.J. from Las Vegas
on May 30, 2008
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My oldest son turned 3 in February and is way overdue for his 1st dental visit. He is terrified of doctors and I'm dreading the thought of how he'll react when he see...
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- HI. I also live in Summerlin. But we go to: Childrens Dental Care & Orthodontics 3600 N. Buffalo Las Vegas, NV 89129 http://www.tinytooth.com It is at Buffalo and...
- I have heard terrible things about Anthem Ped Dentist. A friend of mine took her 3 yo there and they held her down just to do a cleaning!!! I would never let my kids...
- LaDawn, I go to the Dr. Sina on Green Valley Pkwy. She's an actual pediatric dentist not just a dentist who happens to see kids. She's very good and she's a mom to...
Dentist
Asked by Y.K. from San Diego
on April 14, 2008
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When is it that a child should have his first dental visit? I heard recently, it was as soon as you see teeth! I can't imagine my 10 m/o son sitting in a chair for a d...
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- It is rec at 1 yr old. I use to work for a pedo dentist. We just took a lokk and made sure there was no problems. No I am sure you child will not sit in the chair-wher...
- I took my son at 2 years of age and all they do at that stage is exam their teeth and hopefully get a cleaning done. Thank goodness I took him because he had 2 cavatie...
- There's lots of different time-lines. Our Pediatric Dentist says it's mostly to get the child used to the Dentist and the environment... then as time passes and they a...
No Help from Father
Asked by B.R. from Columbus
on November 1, 2006
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Hi, I am in a bit of a predicament. My ex husband feels that all h should pay for is his child support. I have an ok income but do not feel it is my sole responsabi...
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- Was any of this established through the courts or in writing? If not, you're going to have to get an attorney. My friend went through this and she regrets never doin...
- I am not divorced but I am sure that the orthodontist should bill him for the majority of the braces if you have his address. If not, the insurance company should send...
- B.~I am divorced, and I my ex husband (I have full custody), does not take my kids on weekends, he says that he pays me to be his full time sitter (he pays 500 a month...
Is the Dentist Really That Necessary?
Asked by M.E. from San Francisco
on August 12, 2009
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My 7 year old really dislikes the dentist. She dislikes the attempts at x-rays (makes her gag), the teeth polishing, etc. Short of drugging her I really feel that I ...
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- The best way to keep your children's teeth healthy are healthy diet, lots of brushing with NON floridated paste, especially after carbs, ( I keep a toothbrush pack in ...
- i agree that it would be good for you to find a dentist who will take the time to explain the procedures more to you. they are doing much more than just xrays and fluo...
- I'd call around for a dentist who paints on the flouride: those spongges are one of my worst memories of the dentist, but my kids haven't had to endure them. I think ...
Dental Charges
Asked by C.S. from Oklahoma City
on August 12, 2009
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Hi! Has anyone ever been charged for "oral hygiene instruction" by your pediatric dentist? I find this kind of a bogus charge that should be included in the exam. In...
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- Never!!!! Never heard of it! It's usually just a fee for cleaning, x-rays if they are taken but I have never heard of that, sounds rediculous. Ask about it or find a...
- My daughter receives care at a regular dentist and receives oral hygiene instruction as part of each cleaning and exam. I would have to say that is part of their job w...
- That sounds bogus to me too. The first pediatric dentist I found here didn't allow us to go back with our child on the 2nd visit. My son is very cooperative, so I ha...
Need to See a Dentist - Insurance Vs. Cash Advice
Asked by J.S. from Seattle
on August 12, 2009
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Hello Fellow moms,
My husband and I do not have dental insurance, and it's been two years since we've been seen. I have a tendency toward cavities, and I'm sure som...
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- UW and lake washington technical college (kirkland) both have dental programs and have clinics open to the public. you would have a student working on you, but they a...
- Hi J.,.. looks like the other two posts already had my idea... check out the local dental hygenist schools. good luck..
- J., Shoreline Community College has a dental school that I have used in the past for some dental work. I don't remember all their prices but I do remember that a s...
Sedation for a Dental Exam for a Toddler
Asked by L.O. from Detroit
on November 7, 2008
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Hello all,
I have a daughter who is soon to be 3. She is very sensitive- and afraid of noises such as the vacuum, blender and anything else that makes a buzzing no...
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- Unless she has a reason that she has to go to the dentist, I would wait. When my kids (now 7 1/2 and 5) each turned 3, I started thinking about taking them to the den...
- The root of the cause...sensory integration disorder. Occupational therapy at the Abilities Center would be the most helpful for your daughter. They will be able to ...
- L., Hi, Been THERE!! First, call the office again, ask if they ALSO strap her down, many pediatric dentist do, That was the worst for my son! We found another dentist,...
Pediatric Dentist
Asked by E. from Denver
on July 25, 2006
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I am looking for a caring pediatric dentist for my 1 year old daughter in the Denver area for her 1st dental check-up.
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- I'm not sure where you live, but a great ped dentist in SE Denver is Nancy Simons at S. Colorado and Amherst. She's part of the Cody Dental Group at ###-###-####. An...
- There's a Children's Dental Clinic on North Washington Street in Thornton. There's also another one in the more rural Denver area. I see Dr. Lage. He's located off ...
- I just took my 2-yr-old son for his first check-up at Children's Dentistry in Westminster. I got the referal from a friend who has been taking her son there for years...
