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A Child’s First Dental Visit: What To Expect

Going to the dentist is a necessary part of getting older. As our teeth grow and develop, it is important for us to get them checked regularly to ensure that …

Baby’s First Teeth: What Every Parent Needs To Know

Childhood is a magical time with many important moments like speaking, walking, and getting the first tooth. Understanding how children’s teeth develop is important for taking care of their growing …

All Treats, No Tricks: Keeping Little Fangs Clean Through the Halloween Scene

As the autumn leaves fall and the anticipation for Halloween builds, parents often find themselves faced with a common dilemma: how to strike a balance between the joy of trick-or-treating …

Soothing Teething Troubles with Amber Necklaces: A Pediatric Dentist’s Perspective

Teething is a natural developmental phase that every baby goes through, marking the emergence of their first set of teeth. While this milestone is cause for celebration, it can also …

Navigating Dental Care Beyond Insurance: Our Out-of-Network Advantage

Welcome to Coastal Pediatric Dental & Anesthesia (CPDA), where smiles are crafted, and our patients come first! If you think that being out of network with insurance means restricted access …

5 Dental Myths Debunked

Maintaining proper oral health is crucial for people of all ages, but it’s especially important during childhood when dental habits are formed and long-lasting effects can be established. Unfortunately, there …

Nitrous Oxide and Dental Anxiety in Children

Does your child express feelings of anxiety or fear before visiting the dentist? They may be experiencing dental anxiety. Dental anxiety is a common phenomenon that many people, both young …

What is a Dentist Anesthesiologist?

Dentist anesthesiologists are first and foremost, dentists. As dentists, they have completed an undergraduate degree and a doctoral degree in dentistry (D.M.D. or D.D.S.). Anesthesia Training Dentist anesthesiologists undergo residency …

Xylitol: Not Just Another X-word

Xylitol: Not Just Another X-word What is Xylitol? Xylitol is a naturally occurring, plant-based sugar-alcohol.  It is used as a sugar substitute in prepared foods, baked good, and candies. Xylitol …