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Celebrate the New Year by refreshing your child’s dental health at Dental Care Kids in Stamford, CT. A healthy smile is the key to lifelong confidence and personal growth. Discover the significance of dental care, and get tips for optimal dental health in 2024. Start the year right with fresh, healthy - [The Importance of Early Orthodontic Evaluation for Children: What Parents Need to Know](https://dentalcarekids.com/what-parents-should-know-about-orthodontic-evaluation/) - Discover the importance of baby teeth and practical dental tips to make 2024 be your best dental year yet! - [5 Summer Dental Tips for Bright Smiles](https://dentalcarekids.com/5-summer-dental-tips-for-bright-smiles/) - Discover 5 fun and easy tips to maintain your child's dental health this summer. Keep cavities at bay and ensure bright smiles... - [May is Dental Care Awareness Month: Why Dental Checkups Are Important](https://dentalcarekids.com/dental-care-awareness-month/) - “My Child Brushes Every Day—Why Do They Still Need Checkups?” Dental Care Kids in Stamford Explains Why Brushing Alone Isn’t Enough As a parent, you work hard to instill healthy habits in your child—including daily brushing and flossing. So when your child’s smile ‘looks’ like it’s bright and cavity-free, you might ask: “If my child - [The Ultimate Back-to-School Prep Guide for Parents:](https://dentalcarekids.com/back-to-school-guide-for-parents/) - With FREE Downloadable Checklist and School Supplies List (By Grade & School) Hey Parents! It’s that time of year…again–it’s Back-to-school Season! Whether you’re getting your little one ready for their first day of kindergarten or helping your tween leap into middle school. 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He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and received a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Societies, with a concentration in Finance and Health Care Markets. Dr. Blake was also a member of UPenn’s two-time Ivy League Championship Football team. Dr. Blake - [Rocio C.](https://dentalcarekids.com/doctors/rocio-c/) - Rocio attended Fones School of Dental Hygiene at the University of Bridgeport, where she gained her Associate’s degree and her Bachelor’s degree. She also has a Dental Doctorate degree in El Salvador, where she is originally from. She is bilingual, in English and Spanish. She is also certified in Local Anesthesia. In her spare time - [Anabel C.](https://dentalcarekids.com/doctors/anabel-c/) - Anabel was born in Ecuador and raised in Norwalk, Connecticut. She is fluent in English and Spanish. She attended New York University where she obtained her bachelors degree. 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She values the relationships she builds with her patients and their families. Dr. Gill and her ## FAQs - [Care Of Your Child's Teeth](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/care-of-your-childs-teeth/) - Brushing Tips Starting at birth, clean your child’s gums with a soft cloth and water. As soon as your child’s teeth erupt, brush them with a soft-bristled toothbrush. If they are under the age of 2, use a small “smear” of toothpaste. If they’re 2-5 years old, use a “pea-size” amount of toothpaste. Be sure - [Beware of Sports Drinks](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/beware-of-sports-drinks/) - Due to the high sugar content and acids in sports drinks, they have erosive potential and the ability to dissolve even fluoride-rich enamel, which can lead to cavities. To minimize dental problems, children should avoid sports drinks and hydrate with water before, during and after sports. Be sure to talk to your pediatric dentist before - [Good Diet = Healthy Teeth](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/good-diet/) - Healthy eating habits lead to healthy teeth. Like the rest of the body, the teeth, bones and the soft tissues of the mouth need a well-balanced diet. In order to promote good dental health, we should eat a variety of foods from the five major food groups. Most snacks that we eat can lead to - [How Do I Prevent Cavities?](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/how-do-i-prevent-cavities/) - Good oral hygiene removes bacteria and the left over food particles that combine to create cavities. For infants, use a wet gauze or clean washcloth to wipe the plaque from teeth and gums. Avoid putting your child to bed with a bottle filled with anything other than water. See “Baby Bottle Tooth Decay” for more - [Seal Out Decay](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/seal-out-decay/) - A sealant is a protective coating that is applied to the chewing surfaces (grooves) of the back teeth (premolars and molars), where four out of five cavities in children are found. This sealant acts as a barrier to food, plaque and acid, thus protecting the decay-prone areas of the teeth. - [Xylitol - Reducing Cavities](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/xylitol-reducing-cavities/) - The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recognizes the benefits of xylitol on the oral health of infants, children, adolescents, and persons with special health care needs. The use of XYLITOL GUM by mothers (2-3 times per day) starting 3 months after delivery and until the child was 2 years old, has proven to reduce - [I.V. Sedation](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/i-v-sedation/) - I.V. Sedation is recommended for apprehensive children, very young children, and children with special needs that would not work well under conscious sedation. The dentist performs the dental treatment in our office with the child anesthetized under I.V. sedation, which is administered and monitored by an anesthesiologist. - [Prior to your appointment:](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/prior-to-your-appointment/) - 1. Please notify us of any change in your child’s health and/or medical condition. Do not bring your child for treatment with a fever, ear infection or cold. Should your child become ill, contact us to see if it is necessary to postpone the appointment. 2. You must tell the doctor of any drugs that - [After the sedation appointment:](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/after-the-sedation-appointment/) - 1. Your child will be drowsy and will need to be monitored very closely. Keep your child away from areas of potential harm. 2. If your child wants to sleep, place them on their side with their chin up. Wake your child every hour and encourage them to have something to drink in order to - [Perinatal & Infant Oral Health](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/perinatal-infant-oral-health/) - The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that all pregnant women receive oral healthcare and counseling during pregnancy. Research has shown evidence that periodontal disease can increase the risk of preterm birth and low birth weight. Talk to your doctor or dentist about ways you can prevent periodontal disease during pregnancy. Additionally, mothers with - [Sippy Cups](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/sippy-cups/) - Sippy cups should be used as a training tool from the bottle to a cup and should be discontinued by the first birthday. If your child uses a sippy cup throughout the day, fill the sippy cup with water only (except at mealtimes). By filling the sippy cup with liquids that contain sugar (including milk, - [Baby Bottle Tooth Decay (Early Childhood Caries)](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/baby-bottle-tooth-decay-early-childhood-caries/) - One serious form of decay among young children is baby bottle tooth decay. This condition is caused by frequent and long exposures of an infant’s teeth to liquids that contain sugar. Among these liquids are milk (including breast milk), formula, fruit juice and other sweetened drinks. Putting a baby to bed for a nap or - [When Will My Baby Start Getting Teeth?](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/when-will-my-baby-start-getting-teeth/) - Teething, the process of baby (primary) teeth coming through the gums into the mouth, is variable among individual babies. Some babies get their teeth early and some get them late. In general, the first baby teeth to appear are usually the lower front (anterior) teeth and they usually begin erupting between the age of 6-8 - [Your Child's First Dental Visit-Establishing A "Dental Home"](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/your-childs-first-dental-visit-establishing-a-dental-home/) - The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Dental Association (ADA), and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) all recommend establishing a “Dental Home” for your child by one year of age. Children who have a dental home are more likely to receive appropriate preventive and routine oral health care. The Dental Home is - [What Is A Pediatric Dentist?](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/what-is-a-pediatric-dentist/) - The pediatric dentist has an extra two to three years of specialized training after dental school, and is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years. The very young, pre-teens, and teenagers all need different approaches in dealing with their behavior, guiding their dental growth and development, and helping them - [Wisdom Teeth](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/wisdom-teeth/) - Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the final teeth to develop in the back of your mouth. Most people have four wisdom teeth, which erupt during our late teens or early twenties. Oftentimes, problems develop that require the removal of your wisdom teeth. When the jaw isn’t large enough to accommodate them, they can become - [Mouth Guards](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/mouth-guards/) - If you participate in recreational activities and organized sports, injuries can occur. A properly fitted mouth guard, or mouth protector, is an important piece of athletic gear that can help protect your smile, and should be used during any activity that could result in a blow to the face or mouth. Mouth guards help prevent - [Whitening (Bleaching)](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/whitening-bleaching/) - Several options are available to help make your smile brighter and whiter. In-office bleaching, at-home bleaching, or whitening toothpastes. Ask your dentist which technique is the best suited for you. - [Invisalign ®](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/invisalign/) - Invisalign Teeth Straightening The invisible way to straighten your teeth, without braces. Invisalign® can give you the beautiful straight teeth you’ve always wanted. It works through a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that no one can tell you’re wearing. So you can smile more during treatment as well as after. Invisalign® has been - [Fluoride](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/fluoride/) - Fluoride is an element, which has been shown to be beneficial to teeth. However, too little or too much fluoride can be detrimental to the teeth. Little or no fluoride will not strengthen the teeth to help them resist cavities. Excessive fluoride ingestion, especially during your preschool years can lead to dental fluorosis, which is - [Does Your Child Grind His Teeth At Night? (Bruxism)](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/does-your-child-grind-his-teeth-at-night-bruxism-2/) - The Cause of teeth grinding in children is mostly the same as in adults: the teeth don’t fit together properly and 90% of the time the clenching and grinding is a natural and well intentioned unconscious effort on the part of the body to make things fit right. Just like if you go to the - [Oral Cancer](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/oral-cancer/) - According to the American Dental Association (ADA), oral cancer kills more people nationwide than either cervical cancer or melanoma (skin cancer). Currently only half of all patients diagnosed with oral cancer survive more than five years. Good news is that it is now easier than ever to detect oral cancer early, when the opportunity for - [Tobacco Use](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/tobacco-use/) - Tobacco in any form can jeopardize your health and cause incurable damage. Smokeless tobacco, also called spit, chew or snuff, is often used by teens who believe that it is a safe alternative to smoking cigarettes. This is an unfortunate misconception. Studies show that spit tobacco may be more addictive than smoking cigarettes and may - [Thumb Sucking](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/thumb-sucking/) - Sucking is a natural reflex and infants and young children may use thumbs, fingers, pacifiers and other objects on which to suck. It may make them feel secure and happy, or provide a sense of security at difficult periods. Since thumb sucking is relaxing, it may induce sleep. Thumb sucking that persists beyond the eruption - [Veneers](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/veneers/) - Dental Topics for General and Pediatric DentistsVeneers are thin, custom-made shells crafted of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front side of teeth. Porcelain laminate veneers are commonly used to correct teeth that are stained or discolored, badly shaped or crooked, or damaged due to an injury. Placing a veneer is usually an irreversible process, - [Inlays and Onlays](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/inlays-and-onlays/) - Tooth-colored restorations that are used on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. They can be placed instead of silver fillings or to replace existing silver fillings. - [Bonding](https://dentalcarekids.com/faqs/bonding/) - Bonding restores chipped, cracked, miscolored or misaligned teeth by rebuilding the surface with a resin material. To place the bond, your dentist prepares your tooth with an etching solution. 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