posted: Apr. 29, 2025.

When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis. Read more

posted: Apr. 22, 2025.

Sometimes the reason for a poor night’s sleep is obvious. Maybe your child watched a scary movie. Or loaded up on sugar before bed. Or can’t get to sleep after Read more

posted: Apr. 15, 2025.

Sealants provide a thin coating over molars that can be a powerful tool to protect your child’s teeth from decay. This simple and painless solution can be applied in a Read more

posted: Apr. 08, 2025.

At South Hill Children's Dentistry, we are often asked “should I be concerned with my child’s thumb sucking?” So, our team thought we’d share what our thoughts are on your Read more

posted: Apr. 01, 2025.

the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real Read more

posted: Mar. 25, 2025.

While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our Puyallup, Washington office, there is one family member that might Read more

posted: Mar. 18, 2025.

As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being Read more

posted: Mar. 11, 2025.

The grown-ups in your life want you to have a healthy, happy smile. That’s why they help you brush and floss, and make sure you come see the doctor for Read more

posted: Mar. 04, 2025.

the doctor and our team at South Hill Children's Dentistry know that periodontal disease isn't something exclusive to adults. It can affect adolescents as well. Gingivitis, which is a milder Read more

posted: Feb. 25, 2025.

Sleepless nights, crankiness, drooling—how can such tiny teeth cause such a big fuss? But all those uncomfortable days and nights are forgotten when your baby’s first teeth make their appearance. Read more

posted: Feb. 18, 2025.

Our team at South Hill Children's Dentistry would like to offer some tips regarding the sometimes dreaded task of brushing a toddler’s teeth. Much of the trick lies in the positioning. Read more

posted: Feb. 11, 2025.

One of the best ways to take care of your teeth is to brush them twice each day for two minutes each time. And brushing works even better when you Read more

posted: Feb. 04, 2025.

Baby teeth are very important to your child’s present and future dental health, so we want to help you keep your child free from cavities and gum disease even before Read more

posted: Jan. 28, 2025.

Is your child nervous about visiting the doctor and our team at South Hill Children's Dentistry? Today, we put together some tips to help ensure your little one relaxes before Read more

posted: Jan. 21, 2025.

In the eyes of most parents, nothing is cuter than their baby’s smile. Did you know your little one’s smile (that is, his or her oral health) actually plays a Read more

posted: Jan. 14, 2025.

Snacks can taste good and give your child’s energy a boost, but they can also be bad for teeth. Sugary, sticky snacks, such as candy, cookies, and snack cakes can Read more