When should kids get braces?
Dr. Rubin and Dr. Sentelle take a few minutes to answer questions regarding braces:
Back-to-School Dental Check-up Time!
Getting kids school-ready August is just round the corner and that means school bells will be ringing before you know it! While the initial start of school looks a bit different this year, with many schools starting online the first…
Swirl and Swish — Mouthwash and Children
Should kids use Mouthwash? It is proven that the earlier you start teaching your child good oral hygiene habits, the healthier their teeth and gums will be. While there are tons of kid-friendly oral care products on the market designed…
What is a Frenectomy?
A frenectomy is a minor in-office oral surgical laser procedure which involves removing either the connective tissue located under the tongue (lingual frenum) or the band of tissue that attaches the upper lip to the gums (labial frenum) in order…
Antibiotic Prophylaxis
Antibiotic prophylaxis is a method of preventing infection and its complications through the use of antimicrobial therapy (typically antibiotics) prior to dental and other medical or surgical procedures that may possibly introduce bacteria into the bloodstream. While not necessary for…
Benefits of Tongue Tie and Lip Tie Laser Surgery
The benefits of tongue tie and lip tie laser surgery can positively affect your child’s health including increasing the ability to successfully breastfeed, as well as prevent possible dental problems associated with these anomalies. Tongue tie (ankyloglossia) occurs when the…
Benefits of Pediatric Sedation Dentistry
The benefits of pediatric sedation dentistry allow a child who may be unable, unwilling, or afraid to have necessary dental treatment to undergo the procedure without feeling fear, stress, anxiety, or pain. While we offer an extremely child-friendly environment at…
Dental Office Sedation with Pediatric Anesthesiologists
Pediatric dental office IV sedation services with pediatric anesthesiologists is provided by Drs. Rubin and Sentelle at Frisco Kid’s Dentistry. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends IV sedation for apprehensive children, very young children, and children with special needs that would…