Dental Topics & FAQ
X-Ray Use & Safety
How often should dental x-rays taken? Dental x-rays are a tool used to see where the naked eye...
What Is A Cavity?
A cavity is when the enamel of the tooth breaks down due to bacteria left on the teeth. The...
The Importance of Baby Teeth
Baby teeth have a purpose and it is very important they are kept in place until they are lost...
Tell/Show/Do
We tell our patients what we are doing, and do so in an honest, matter of fact way. Children do...
Nutrition
How do I make my child’s diet safe for his teeth? First, be sure your child has a balanced diet. A...
Habits
Thumb sucking is natural and a normal reflex utilized by infants to soothe themselves. They...
Grinding
Most children do grind their teeth, and there is no cause for concern. The majority of cases of...
Fluoride
How does fluoride work? Fluoride is an element and it occurs naturally in some water supplies....
Do I Stay With My Child?
Dr. Russo and Dr. Jensen have an excellent staff that is trained to help children overcome...
Calming An Anxious Child
How do our doctors help with dental anxiety? Dr. Russo and Dr. Jensen have special training to...
Treatment Information
Treatment Options
Treatment options available, including pros and cons.
Stainless Steel Crowns
Dr. Russo and Dr. Jensen follow the recommendation for use of stainless steel crowns as set by the...
Space Maintenance
Why do children lose their baby teeth? A baby tooth usually stays in until a permanent tooth...
Sealants
What are sealants? Sealants protect the grooved and pitted surfaces on the chewing surfaces of...
Resin vs. Amalgam
Our doctors use composite resin filling material whenever indicated. Clermont Pediatric Dentistry...
Pulpotomy
The pulp of a tooth contains the blood supply and nerves. A healthy pulp is ideal, but if it is...
Nitrous Oxide Analgesia
What is nitrous oxide/oxygen? Nitrous oxide/oxygen (often called “Laughing Gas”) is a blend of 2...
IV Sedation
We are very excited to offer our patients the option of having their treatment done with the...
Conscious Sedation
What is conscious sedation? Conscious sedation is a management technique that uses medication to...
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