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Austin Children’s Dentistry Announces New Pediatric Dentist
Austin Children’s Dentistry is proud to announce that we have a new doctor joining our team of Pediatric Dentists. Dr. David Nelson will be practicing in our Round Rock location, yet Austin Children’s...
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Laughing Gas
It is estimated that 75% of U.S. adults experience fear of dental appointments. Many of those blame a bad dental experience in childhood. This is one reason why choosing a pediatric dental office for...
View ArticleSedation Dentistry for Children
Some children that are very young, special needs patients or children with a high level of anxiety about dental treatment may benefit from a medication to sedate them for their dental treatment. The...
View ArticleHow to Save Money When You Visit the Dentist
We all know that insurance can save you money at your dental visits, but whether you choose an “in-network” doctor, or an “out of network” doctor, can make a difference in how much you actually pay out...
View ArticleThe Tooth Fairy’s Business Model
Recently a friend of mine that has a five year old daughter told me the tooth fairy left $5.00 under her pillow for her first tooth!! I was astounded, talk about inflation, I used to get a quarter! My...
View ArticleShould I Let My Child Chew Gum?
There are studies that indicate chewing gum stimulates salivary flow and inhibits the bacteria that cause tooth decay. This is especially useful when chewed right after a meal. In fact, gum with the...
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Can Breathing Treatments Cause Damage to Your Child’s Teeth?
“My son has breathing treatments (xopenex and pulmicort) due to asthma. He is 3 and already has a few cavities. Can the breathing treatments cause damage to his teeth? We brush, floss and gargle! My...
View ArticlePlay Dentist
One of the things we do for our community is to visit preschoolers to prepare them for their first dental visit. We have found it very effective to “play” dentist with youngsters in order to give them...
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Austin Children’s Dentistry’s Involvement in the Community
Here at Austin Children’s Dentistry we spend much time and money supporting our community. We are proud to announce that our involvement with Cedar Fest at the YMCA in Cedar Park was a great success!...
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Teach Your Children About Dental Health With These Fun Webpages
Want a fun way to teach the importance of brushing to your children? Using fluoride toothpaste and a hardboiled egg, this “egg”speriment shows how fluoride toothpaste can protect form acid erosion....
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Sippy Cups Are Causing Too Many Cavities
Just like baby bottle decay, misuse of a sippy cup for toddlers can lead to problems. Sippy cups should not be viewed as a replacement for a bottle. The sippy cup should be considered a spill proof...
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Dr. Diana Competes in Leander High School 5k
Austin Children’s Dentistry is proud to announce that our very own Dr. Diana Dvrostep one first place in the Leander High School 5k this weekend for women ages 30-39. We are so proud of her athleticism...
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Win a Spa Gift Certificate for Mom
Austin Children’s Dentistry is proud to announce our newest Facebook contest for May. One lucky winner will walk away with a $40 Spa Gift Certificate for their mom. Just post on the Austin Children’s...
View ArticleOral Piercings
In the May/June 2004 issue of General Dentistry it is reported that not only are oral piercings a source of damage to teeth, gums and nerves but can also lead to fatal infections such as Ludwig’s...
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Tongue Thrust And Bad Bite
When we are infants and do not have our teeth in yet, we put our tongue forward in between the upper and lower jaws to stabilize the lower jaw and protect the airway during swallowing. Once our teeth...
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The Super Heroes of Austin Children’s Dentistry
This past Tuesday was Super Hero Tuesday at Austin Children’s Dentistry. Thanks to our staff and the kids for dressing up as their favorite Super Hero for the day. Stay tuned, we have more fun days...
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Interview with Dr. Diana
Here at Austin Children’s Dentistry we are proud of our doctors in and out of the clinic. Learn a bit more about Dr. Diana Dvrostep in this interview. 1. What is one of the most moving cases you have...
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Trauma to a Baby Tooth Can Cause Discoloration
When I was a child learning how to ride a bike without training wheels, I fell face first onto the concrete and hit my front tooth. Shortly thereafter my tooth turned a grey color. Luckily I had no...
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Austin Children’s Dentistry Proudly Supports Our Local Community
Austin Children’s Dentistry is proud to support our community at multiple events around NW Austin, Leander, Cedar Park, Hutto, and Round Rock. Check out our calendar of events to find out more and join...
View ArticleIs BPH Bad for the Development of Teeth?
According to Medical News Today and The American Journal of Pathology, BPH, the chemical compound used in may plastics can cause damage to developing teeth. Rats were dosed with daily low doses of BPH...
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