The uses of nitrous oxide in dentistry are primarily for sedation purposes. As a gas combined with oxygen, nitrous oxide can provide many interesting effects to help ease a patient into a lull and give them a sense of euphoria and relaxation. Here are some things you should know about nitrous oxide: - Nitrous oxide is better known as “laughing... read more »

It is normal for babies to soothe their emotions and quench their hunger by sucking on their thumb, but, if they don’t grow out of the habit, it can be detrimental to their dental health. First of all, why is thumb sucking bad? Holding a thumb inside the mouth for prolonged periods of time may change how a child’s mouth... read more »

You know that keeping your child’s smile shiny is important, but do your little ones? Has toothbrushing time escalated into a routine of rebellion? Children are sometimes apathetic about the benefits of tooth brushing, but you can make tooth brushing the best part of their day. With a little imagination and some welcoming tips from our office, your family’s oral... read more »

If you are a new parent and are unsure how to care for your child’s oral health, then you have come to the right place! Our team here at Weeder Pediatric Dentistry in La Vista, Nebraska, is dedicated to helping you understand the importance of pediatric dentistry and why it is important for your child’s oral health. Pediatric dentistry is... read more »

What are the dangers of baby bottle tooth decay? If your child is displaying signs and symptoms of pain or dental damage, they may be suffering from baby bottle tooth decay, which is the result of prolonged exposure to enamel-eating products such as sugar, which are often linked to baby bottles. Protecting your child’s teeth at a young age can... read more »

Do you know the ins and outs of pediatric dentistry? If not, we have good news for you! Our dental team at Weeder Pediatric Dentistry in La Vista, Nebraska, is here to give you some basic information on pediatric dentistry, and the importance of your child’s oral health as they grow up. Pediatric dentistry is important because it sets up... read more »

Have you ever heard that your little ones are safe from cavities and tooth decay until they’re a few years old? Unfortunately, this isn’t completely true. In fact, over 40% of kids get a cavity between the ages of 2 and 11, and 28% of children between 2 and 5 develop cavities. Fortunately, there are quite a number of things... read more »

You may already understand that there are many things you’ll need to do if you’d like to keep your little one's teeth strong. For example, you may know that you should be brushing their pearly whites and flossing their little teeth once they start to touch. Still, would you be interested in learning that you should also take your kids to... read more »

Has your infant begun to show signs of a tooth coming in? If so, they may be teething, at which point it is important to prepare yourself for the task of brushing their teeth whenever a tooth erupts above the gum line, starting with the first one at around 6 months of age. To better protect your child, avoid risks... read more »

If you have any damage to a particular part of your tooth or wish to further protect your teeth from dangers such as tooth decay and cavities, dental sealants are a great procedure. Dental sealants are most often used for molars, which tend to be the most at risk for cavities. Dental sealants place a normally clear substance on your... read more »