Dental: Myself

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What to Do About This Orthodontist?

So my daughter has completed her “phase one” of orthodontic work to fix an overbite. During that course of treatment, starting around the age of 10, she had 6 teeth pulled. The first two by a dentist and the other 4 by a oral surgeon with laughing gas. After the first teeth pulling my daughter was beyond traumatized so that is why we spent the extra dough to have an oral surgeon do the next recommended teeth to extraction. Now 2 years later, we are in the limbo phase before the 2nd phase where the orthodontist wants to put braces on...

Bad Breath

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Toddler with Bad Breath

Hi, I have a toddler (26 months) with strong white teeth, but with a bad breath. I brush his teeth twice a day, but the bad breath stays. Is there anything I can do to make the bad breath go away?

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Bad Breath in Son

My son who just 13 has terrible breath. Its been this way for a long time....

Brushing & Flossing

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Getting 17 Month Old to Brush Teeth.

My daugther allowed us to brush her first 2 teeth when she was 7 months old but after she got her top two at about 10 months she has grown more and more resistant to allowing us to brush her teeth. Now at 17 months she freaks out and has a meltdown every time. We have tried different brushes, playing games, watching in mirror, letting her do it first but it always ends up my husband holding her arms and me trying to get in her mouth. She acts like she is scared, hurting, mad that were invading her mouth??? I have no idea why she gets so...

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When to Brush Teeth

My son is 16 months old and has 16 teeth. Only ones left for him to get are...

Cavity Prevention

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Cavities, Cavities, Cavities!

My daughter is 6 years old and has multiple cavities with each trip we make to the dentist! She has already had 2 teeth pulled; 4 fillings and needs to have 3 more. We brush twice a day, floss and fluoride rinse at bedtime; she mostly drinks milk and orange juice (she's not a big water drinker, but we also don't buy soda or other sugary drinks). She doesn't eat sweets excessively either--obviously she enjoys them (she's a kid!), but I don't buy them often and we reserve them for special occasions or as an occasional treat. I am feeling...

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Questions on Cavities

My daughter just turned 3 on March 21 and she already has 3 cavities!!! I'm...

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Cavities and Crowns

My now 4 year old had 3 cavities at her first dentist appointment. They are...

Checkups & X-rays

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4 Year Olds First Dentist Appointment...

HELP! I took my son to his first Dentist appointment it cost $300 then they say he needs a root canal and a filling..this kills me! I feel like a horrible mom and can't stop crying (not in front of him of course) I just HATE that he will have to go thru this. Anyway, thats not my question. I don't know that I am comfortable with the dentist office. I kind of want to go to get another opinion but if I do will I have to pay for it all over again or can I get the x-rays sent to another dentist? Also, has your young child had to go thru a...

Chipped Baby Teeth

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What to expect if my toddler chipped his tooth?

My 18 month old chipped his tooth this morning. The poor kid didn't hurt himself, but the chip looks horrible! I know I need to take him to a Pediatric Dentist, and I did get a referral from my Pediatrician for one. But, I just wanted to ask if anyone's child has chipped there tooth at such a young age and what should I expect when he sees the dentist? Will they bond it? Do you think they will be able to take care of it without having to put him to sleep? I can't imagine having to do that just because it looks bad if there is nothing...

Emergency Care

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Huge Emergency Room Bill

Hi Moms... Last month our teenaged daughter got food poisoning from under-cooked eggs. She had the "classic" signs that led us to believe she had it. Vomiting, diahreea, severe stomach distress and nausea. The timing of when we had eaten earlier in the day seemed to fit with the timing of her symptoms. This was on a Saturday evening. Of course, NO walk-in clinics were open in our town and no doctor's offices either. I called a 24-hour nurse and told them the signs and symptoms and told them I was sure it was food poisoning and what...

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ER Or Not?

My 16 month old son just faceplanted into the couch, and his one little...

Find a Provider

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Eye Exam...Opthalmologist Vs. Optometrist

I need to get an eye exam but my medical insurance does not cover vision care. I wondered if any of you know approximately how much an eye exam costs. I'm assuming that since an opthalmologist is an MD, it is more costly to see one rather than an optometrist. I also wondered if any of you have been to the optometrists located at, Lens Crafters, Costco, Sears, etc.? Do you have any recommendations? I'm located in the San Rafael area. Thanks so much.

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Orthodontics

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Looking for a Orthodontist

I need to get both of my kids into a Orthodontist this fall. Was wondering if anybody had any recommendations? We are close to Parker and Arapahoe Crossings. I just don't know where to go and I want somebody good- My experience when I got my braces left me with TMJ which is a pain.. Don't want that to happen to my kids. So if you know of anybody that would be fantastic..

Teething

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Is She Teething?

Good morning, I think my five month old might be teething. She is showing all the typical signs, except a swollen gum yet. She is more fussy and even pulling on her ear. I have given tylenol. It seems to help. Does anyone have any good tips or ideas for teething process? What should i expect? Thanks- reb

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Is He Teething??

My son is 3 1/2 months old and keeps knawing on his thumb and fist. He is...

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Tooth Fairy

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What Does the Tooth Fairy at Your House Do with the Teeth?

The "tooth fairy" at my house has been saving the lost teeth collected. I get completely grossed out by teeth and have a complete fear of all things dental so I don't know why I'm saving them. But for some stupid reason I don't have the heart to throw them out. What does the tooth fairy at your house do with them?

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The Tooth Fairy

Do you celebrate the Tooth Fairy/Pirate? If so, how do you do it? How much...

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Tooth Fairy Ideas

Our son is about to loose his first tooth. We are looking for some creative...

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