Colorado Kids Pediatric Dentistry IPAD winners
October 2011
The doctors and staff at Colorado Kids Pediatric Dentistry would like to congratulate the winners of our IPAD drawing. The drawing was held at the Castle Pines North Octoberfest and the Highlands Ranch Towncenter Octoberfest.
CKPD helps Brownie Troop earn Girl Scout badges
May 1, 2011
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Brownie Troop 1023
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Brownie Troop 1023 wanted to earn their "Healthy Habits try-it" badges. They came to our Castle Pines North office for a tour and a lesson in dentistry and oral hygiene instructions. The girls tested their knowledge at their next meeting.
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After soaking hard boiled eggs in soda over night the girls had to brush the egg clean with our tooth brushes and toothpaste. It was a lot of fun and the girls had a great perspective on how important it is to brush their teeth.
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Are dental x-rays safe?
June 1, 2011
There is very little risk in dental X-rays. We are especially careful to limit the amount of radiation to which children are exposed. Lead aprons and high-speed digital film are used to ensure safety and minimize the amount of radiation.
How do sealants work?
January 1, 2011
Sealants work by filling in the crevasses on the chewing surfaces of the teeth. This shuts out food particles that could get caught in the teeth, causing cavities. The application is fast and comfortable and can effectively protect teeth for many years.
Facts about childhood dental decay
February 1, 2011
Over 40 percent of children suffer from some sort of dental decay and over 50 million school hours were lost last year alone due to dental related issues. Considering these statistics, it’s not surprising that recent studies report that oral health problems can decrease a child’s school performance. After all, missed work must be made up, and toothaches and dental pain make it difficult to concentrate both inside and outside the classroom. What is surprising is that if left untreated, dental decay can cause chewing problems, affecting proper nutrition, and impair speech development. This is especially evident in young children when decay causes primary teeth to be lost prematurely. To top it off, dental decay and oral infections can impair social development too! Decayed or missing teeth or poor oral hygiene can make children self-conscious, and can provide fuel for teasing and bullying. Luckily, dental disease is nearly 100% preventable. In addition to practicing daily oral care and packing healthy lunches, regular dental visits protect your child’s smile from developing decay.
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September 29, 2010
Colorado Kids Pediatric Dentistry is now on Facebook! We hope to be your friend soon!
How often should my child see a pediatric dentist?
May 1, 2011
A check-up every six months is recommended in order to prevent cavities and other dental problems. However, your pediatric dentist can tell you when and how often your child should visit based on their personal oral health.
What is the difference between a DDS and a DMD?
March 1, 2011
Dentists in the United States either have the initials DMD or DDS after their name. A lot of people may wonder what the difference is between the two. But the truth is that the only difference is in the name: The dental degree and the education are the same. DMD stands for Doctor of Dental Medicine and DDS stands for Doctor of Dental Surgery. Some dental schools award the DMD degree while others award the DDS degree.
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September 1, 2010
Dr. Fox featured in Castle Pines Magazine Article
September 1, 2010
Recently, Dr. Fox was interviewed for an article regarding caring for children's teeth in the August Edition of Castle Pines Magazine. "Nothing but the tooth - keeping kids' smiles healthy; Colorado Kids Pediatric Dentistry" by Tiffany Grizzle.
What parents would stand idly by and watch a cut on their child's knee became painfully infected and dangerously full of bacteria? None. No parent would want to cause their child discomfort or knowingly do something that is more harmful than helpful, and yet many of us are making rotten choices when it comes to our kids' teeth. Pun very specifically intended. It's no secret that childhood obesity is at epidemic levels in this country. Overlooked is the fact that all the sweet, fatty food contributing to this weight problem are causing another huge problem - tooth decay. Granted, some tooth/gum problems (as with many health issues) are congenital and would rear their ugly head even with the best oral hygiene. Many problems, however, are completely and totally avoidable. As the date draws near for packing lunches and snacks for the new school year, Dr. Fox and her staff at Colorado Kids Pediatric Dentistry would like to clear up some misconceptions and offer suggestions for little changes that will make huge differences, keeping our kids' smiles healthier and everyone happier.
The Basics - it's recommended that children visit the dentist within 6 months of their 1st tooth eruption. If you have older children, Dr. Fox suggests bringing the younger siblings along during appointments so they can get a head start of seeing the routine at the dentist's office.
Dr. Fox's practice does everything possible to make visiting the dentist a positive and fun experience, from the huge salt water fish tank to the movies on the ceiling viewable during checkups - kids will be amazed at how much fun a trip to the dentist can be.
Here's the tough love part - not for the kids - for us parents: Few tasks are less enjoyable than negotiating a good teeth brushing with a toddler. I'm talking brushing, not just the suck-the-water/paste-from-the-brush game. As thrilled as I am when my two year old shows independence, I follow him as he picks ups his toys to grab a few he misses, I obviously wouldn't let him bathe himself - so I definitely feel the need to serve as his tooth brushing wingman.
Challenging as it can be to help your child with a task they think they can do it alone, it is far less painful to assist them now than watch them sit through uncomfortable dental procedures necessary to correct problems caused by decay and bacteria. Oral bacteria, by the way, is highly contagious and shared very easily from person to person.
Now about those snacks... Even the most seemingly harmless snacks can cause a lot of damage. Those fish shaped crackers that almost everyone, myself included, find ever so convenient? Carb heavy snacks like those just sit on the teeth, so sugars released from those foods (crackers, sugared cereals, gummy fruit snacks/roll ups etc.) sit there and coat little teeth.
If you are catering to the older crowd, help them steer clear of gummy stuff, especially the sour candies. The acid and vinegar in those pit their teeth and eats enamel away. Also, those "energy" drinks that are so popular and many sports drinks have tons of sugar that just sit on teeth.
Instead of those less than desirable options, have your kids snack on: *Any kind of fresh fruits or veggies (not dried) *Cheddar Cheese (not strictly white - cheddar's bacteria helps balance mouth's pH) *If you want them to have a sweet treat, go for chocolate, the darker the better *Limit the juice intake, especially with toddlers *Gums such as Orbitz and Trident with Xylitol help break down the harmful bacteria.
What makes a Pediatric Dentist?
April 1, 2011
Pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of dentistry. A pediatric dentist has two to three years specialty training following dental school and limits his/her practice to treating children only. Pediatric dentists are primary and specialty oral care providers for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health needs.
Dr. Norwood saves smiles in Columbia
September 1, 2010
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Earlier this year Dr. Norwood traveled to Circasia, Columbia with the For a Better Tomorrow Organization. For A Better Tomorrow is a non-profit organization that provides programs to enhance the educational experience for children in Central and South America.
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Dental care is also limited to these school age children. Dr. Norwood donated his services restoring teeth and provided dental education to several families.
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For more information regarding For A Better Tomorrow, please visit www.4abettertomorrow.org.
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Childhood Tooth Decay
August 1, 2010
Of the 4 million children born each year, more than half will have cavities by the time they reach second grade! According to the May 2000 Surgeon General's report, Oral Health in America, more than 51 million school hours are lost each year to dental-related conditions.
Xyli-Tots Lollies
Cavity-Fighting Lollipop
Xyli-Tots Lollies are the new cavity-fighting lollipops that fight cavity causing bacteria. Using twice a day can help prevent tooth decay. Visit www.carifree.com for product information.