When Should My Child See the Dentist for the First Time?
Medically reviewed by Dr. Yury Slepak, DDS – Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry | 15+ Years Experience | Last Updated: March 2026 Your child should see a dentist for the first time before his or her first birthday. In fact, you should take your child to a pediatric dentist in Brooklyn roughly six months after your […]
Handling Your Child’s First Filling or Tooth Extraction
Medically reviewed by Dr. Yury Slepak, DDS – Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry | 15+ Years Experience | Last Updated: March 2026 For your child, getting a filling can be terrifying. The process isn’t pleasant for the vast majority of adults either. However, if you react negatively to the situation, then your child may […]
Is There a Difference Between Kids’ and Adults’ Teeth Cleaning?
Medically reviewed by Dr. Yury Slepak, DDS – Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry | 15+ Years Experience | Last Updated: March 2026 Teeth cleaning is also known as “prophylaxis.” This term is based on both Greek and Latin concepts that mean to prevent or protect or “to keep guard before.” Regular teeth cleanings certainly […]
