Puyallup, WA Dentist

Ways to Make Brushing Fun for Your Child
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, your child should visit a dentist, like the doctor, when his or her first tooth pops through the gum, or by time Read more
Mamelons
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There Read more
What are dental sealants and how do they work?
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

A dental sealant is a liquid that is applied to the teeth. The sealant hardens and provides a protective coating that is designed to reduce cavities and create a smoother Read more
What’s an intraoral camera?
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

One of the greatest features our team at South Hill Children's Dentistry offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us detect Read more
St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
Dental X-rays and Your Child
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.

We’re parents, so we worry. It comes with the job description! That’s why we make sure our children use toothbrushes with soft bristles and apply just the right amount of Read more
When should I begin brushing my baby's teeth?
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.

One question our team at South Hill Children's Dentistry hear all the time is, “When should I start brushing my baby’s teeth?” You should begin regular cleanings even before your baby Read more
What are Sealants?
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.

Sealants offer many benefits, but the best is their ability to protect your molars. Molars are full of small caverns that can be the perfect breeding ground for tooth decay Read more
National Children’s Dental Health Month
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and a perfect time for the doctor to review some of the important steps in keeping your child’s smile healthy! Your Baby Early care is Read more
How much calcium does my child need?
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

When you were a kid, your parents may have told you to drink milk to build strong bones and grow tall and strong. Now that you have children of your Read more
Sippy Cups
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

What a milestone! The transition from bottle to sippy cup is one of baby’s first steps toward toddler independence. And like all first journeys, some helpful guideposts come in handy. Read more
Should Children Use Whitening Products?
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read more
Is dairy crucial to my child's oral health?
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

Healthy eating, combined with regular physical activity, plays a vital role in your child’s health and well-being. Dairy foods are naturally nutritious, packed with ten essential nutrients that help your Read more
The History and Mythology of the Tooth Fairy
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.

While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they're seven or eight. Of course, Read more
When do children usually lose their baby teeth?
posted: Dec. 26, 2023.

Many parents worry that their children’s teeth are not falling out on time. A lot of concerned parents want to know: When will my child lose his or her first Read more
What is a pediatric dentist?
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.

Our team at South Hill Children's Dentistry hears this question a lot. According to our friends at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), pediatric dentistry is “an age-defined specialty Read more