September 2019

As a parent, you hate to see your child feeling anxious or worried. Unfortunately for about 10% of kids, visiting the dentist seems to go hand-in-hand with anxiety.  As a leading pediatric dentistry practice with locations in Brea, Corona, Covina, Riverside, Ontario, and Perris, California, Dental Kidz Club specializes in helping nervous kids — and […]

For many teens, oral piercings are a form of self-expression. For many parents, it’s a different story. Piercings represent a permanent alteration of your child’s body — and worse, they come with a lot of potential risks. At Dental Kidz Club, our team has seen a lot of problems associated with oral piercings in our

Tooth pain happens when the nerve connected to the tooth is irritated, inflamed, or damaged, typically by decay or infection. While some toothache pain is successfully treated with a simple filling procedure, if the decay or damage extends deeper into the tooth, your child might need a pulpotomy. With seven locations in southern California, Dental

As a parent, you know it’s important for your child to see the dentist. But plenty of kids are a little nervous about dental checkups, especially if it’s their first visit.  As leading pediatric dentists with offices in Brea, Chino, Corona, Covina, Riverside, Ontario, and Perris, California, the team at Dental Kidz Club understands kids’

Wisdom teeth extraction is fairly common, especially for teens. What most parents want to know, though, is are these extractions always necessary, or are there some instances where they can be skipped? Skilled in teen dentistry, the team at Dental Kidz Club recommends wisdom teeth extraction for different reasons — and yes, there are some teens who may not need

Cracked teeth are pretty common, especially in active kids. Falls, sports injuries, and chewing on hard candy or ice can all cause tooth cracks. If your child has an untreated cavity, the risk of a crack in that tooth is also higher. The same is true if your child tends to grind their teeth — either

When it comes to taking care of our teeth, striving for perfection is unrealistic. Rather than completely cutting out foods that may harm your smile, try swapping them for less damaging alternatives. Below are 5 easy food swaps you can make for clean, shiny teeth! Swap sticky candies or dried fruit for the fresh stuff. It’s

Our team knows that periodontal disease isn’t something exclusive to adults. It can affect adolescents as well. Gingivitis, which is a milder form of periodontitis, is a form of periodontal disease, and a warning that more serious problems may arise. Untreated gingivitis can develop into full-blown periodontitis. The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) explains that

Thanksgiving is here, and with it comes a swath of seasonal treats that are usually enjoyed just once a year. Besides visiting family, Thanksgiving is a time for eating, and eating well. As your family enjoys this time together, keep your eyes out for a few Thanksgiving dishes that can harm your teeth, and turn your relaxing time off into a