Have you noticed a folded piece of skin connected inside your child’s mouth? They may have a “tongue-tie” or “lip-tie” preventing full mobility in the mouth. This is more often known as a frenulum and is the result of too much tissue under the tongue or top lip. Here at Olympia Pediatric Dentistry, you can rest assured that we can... read more »

The Tooth Fairy is a mythical creature that visits children around the world when they lose their little baby teeth. She makes losing teeth more fun and enjoyable for children. If you want to help your child enjoy losing their little chompers, our dentist, Dr. Andrea Mason, encourages you to introduce them to the Tooth Fairy. When doing so, you... read more »

If you know all about children’s dental health, then you can help your child clean and care for their teeth and gums regularly, which is essential for a top-notch oral health. If you don’t know much about children’s oral health, it can lead to dental problems and even dental pain for your child. This is why our dentist, Dr. Andrea... read more »

The effects of a cavity or oral injury can reduce the size, shape, appearance and strength of one or more teeth. When it comes to restoring a tooth in your child’s smile, you can choose from many different dental restorations designed for children, especially pediatric dental crowns. You may find that a dental crown for children can effectively protect a... read more »

Do you want your toddler to have a strong and healthy smile? If so, you need to clean and care for their teeth and gums regularly. This means you need to help them keep up with oral hygiene. This might be a tough task, especially if you’re not exactly sure about what to do. So, our dentist, Dr. Andrea Mason,... read more »

If you’re not sure which toothbrush to use to clean your child’s smile, then you have come to the right blog. Today, our dentist, Dr. Andrea Mason, is happy to discuss the characteristics to look for when choosing your child’s toothbrush. When you choose the right toothbrush, you can properly and effectively clean and care for your child’s smile. So,... read more »

Your body undergoes several changes when you’re pregnant, which means you will need to change your oral hygiene routine to keep your teeth and gums in good shape. In addition to brushing and flossing your teeth for two minutes at a time at least twice every day, it’s important that you schedule an appointment with the dentist when you first... read more »

Being a new parent can be overwhelming! Diapers, bottles, and suddenly a tiny human who depends on your for support and love in the most vulnerable of ways. Let’s look at a common concern of parents--Baby Bottle Tooth Decay-- as well as what to do to prevent it for your child. As with most dental health issues, Baby Bottle Tooth... read more »

When teeth are damaged due to dental erosion, harmful acids can chew away at a tooth until a hole forms and the tooth enamel. At this point, a cavity will be present. In order to eradicate cavities, a visit to your dentist will be needed for a dental filling. One highly effective dental filling option to consider is a composite... read more »

If your child has effective oral hygiene habits now, they can enjoy a lifetime of excellent health. You can help by encouraging your child to floss daily and reduce their risk of periodontal disease as an adult. Our dentist and team would be happy to offer guidance and tips motivating your child to floss regularly and properly. Your child’s teeth... read more »