There are steps you can take to make sure you child is getting the most out of their dental checkups.  Since their oral health is also closely related to their over all health care make sure to communicate with their dentist any concerns or problems they are having.

Your child dentist should know about any new health problems they may have since the last visit. As an example diabetes effects teeth and gum health.

You may want to make a list of any medication or supplement to take to the dentist, since some medication and supplements can effective teeth health.

It is important to let your child dentist know ahead of time if they have any dental anxiety.  Dental fears are common in children and most dentist can work to make your child more comfortable during the checkup process.

Lastly talk to your child dentist about any changes you may have notice with your child teeth or gums.  The sooner the dentist know about pain, sensitivity, or a suspicious you may have notice, the earlier he or she can diagnose and treat it

In addition to teaching your children about daily brushing and flossing habits seeing their dentist regularly for checkups is important in maintaining their oral health care.    Checkups are more then just a basic cleaning done by a dentist.  What you can expect from a dental checkup.

X-rays:  X-ray are normally done one a year.  The dentist uses X-rays as a tool to look for gum disease, or other dental problems.

Examination:  The dentist will examine your teeth, gums, and mouth, to look for changes or signs of a problem.

Education:  At this point after having X-rays and a oral Examination the dentist will go over any dental or hygiene problems that were detected.

Cleaning and Polishing :  After reviewing your child teeth the dentist or a dentist hygienist will clean and polish their teeth.  Removing the tartar build up. They may go over dental hygiene care with your child if they see they are not brushing or flossing well. Showing them how to floss or pointing out areas that they need to focus more on

According to a report from the Institute of Medicine, nearly five million U.S. children (about 1 out of every 16) did not receive dental care in 2008. Cost being a large factor since families could not afford dental care.    The IOM report calls for oral and dental healthcare for all and lays out a vision to achieve it. Oral health often gets overlooked, but it’s an essential component of comprehensive healthcare.

In Columbia, IL people of all ages in the Columbia community will have the opportunity to receive free dentistry services ranging from either one free cleaning or one free extraction at Southwoods Centre Dental Care and Affordable Dentistry Today located at 240 Southwoods Centre Drive and 242 Southwoods Centre Drive on Friday, April 27th.

My son is not yet two but I want to take him to see a pediatric dentist.  Although I currently have dental insurance the plan does not cover for pediatric dentistry.  I would like to get him a dental insurance plan before I take him to see Pediatric dentist.

I have a few concerns about my son wisdom teeth removal.  He is having his wisdom teeth removed in three weeks but I am the one worried.  He will be put to sleep during the process but what should I expect when he wakes up?

I never got my wisdom teeth so I did not have to go though having them removed myself. Is it very painful?  What should I have on hand?  What is the aftercare ?  Any additional information would be good.

My daughter recently got braces put on.  When they first put on the braces she has been find with really no  pain to speak about.  Just yesterday she had her braces adjusted and is now saying her mouth really sore and is hurting her.

She says that the Advil is not working.  I called the dental office but was told that this is normal after an adjustment so there was not much that can be done.  Given time her teeth will adjust.  So in the mean time my daughter is in pain.  Anyone with suggestions on what I can do for her?

I have a six year old daughter that does have dental care issues that need to be address. I been looking into dental insurance for her but the cost is just to high since I can not just have her on the plan.  I noticed many affordable dental discount plans and I would like to know if they are a really good alternative for people who can not afford dental insurance.  How do dental discount plan work?  Thanks.

Where in Los Angeles California can I find an affordable dental care for my three kids  all under the age of seven. My son needs to see a dentist as advise by the school but I can not afford to take him to see a dentist without having dental benefits which I do not receive.  I know there must be some programs for kids dental health care I just not sure where to find them and if they are affordable for me or not.

HAWK-I is a program that offers dental only coverage for kids  who have medical insurance but does not have dental care coverages.   The program is for Iowa Children under the age of 19. It is based on family yearly countable income, this is a good source for low income household to get dental care for their children.

I have a eight year old daughter and a sixteen year old son that need to have basic dental care.  I use to have dental benefits that covered us all but with a change of jobs I lost that benefit.  They are due for their next dental appointment but without dental insurance the cost to just to high.  Looking for an affordable dental care plan with good benefits.

How do I find an affordable dental insurance plan for my fourteen year old son that does not have network provider restrictions.  My issue is that we live in a area that there are no dentist that take dental plan where they have to be in a dental network.  I can not find a dental plan that is affordable otherwise and not sure where to turn to for help.

Dental decay is one of the most common chronic illness among children.  Although it has been established that poor dental and oral health care is also an integral component of children’s overall health and well-being.  Still many children do not receive the dental care recommended.

Difficulties in obtaining dental care disproportionately affect low-income and minority children.  Medicaid and the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) are major sources of dental coverage, reaching millions of low-income children, but inadequate access to  dental care among these children remains a critical health policy challenge

Where do I get dental insurance for my two kids where it is free to very low cost.  I have two kids but I am very low income signal mom that needs helps.  My one daughter needs to see a dentist since I am pretty sure she has a cavity but when I call dentist their cost are more then I can afford.  What can I do?

The Healthy Families Program is a low cost insurance for kids and teens. It help provide dental, medical and vision coverage to children who do not have insurance and who do not qualify for free Medi-Cal.

I am trying my best to find a low cost affordable dental plan for my children.  I have three kids and they are all under the age of ten but I do not receive dental benefits though my job and therefore can not afford their basic dental care. I live in Florida and would like some help in finding a good dental insurance plan for my kids.

New fluorescent labeling technology that distinguishes in a single image the population size and spatial distribution of 15 different taxa has uncovered new taxon pairings that indicate unsuspected cooperation and standoffishness  between members of the microbe biofilm that covers teeth, according to a presentation at the American Society for Cell Biology’s Annual Meeting in Denver…

Allowing a patient to be comfortable and pain-free during surgical and restorative dental procedures is an essential part of the process.   The most commonly used local anesthetic injection for lower teeth is the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) block. However, failure rates ranging from 10 to 39 percent have been reported.

While babies  under 12 months old may only have a few teeth, dental experts say they should been seen by a dentist within the first year of thier life.  The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry’s (AAPD) revised guidelines on infant oral health recommend infants 6 to 12 months old should to be seen by a dentist.  More than 40 percent of children have tooth decay by the time they reach kindergarten.