Pediatric Dentistry of Redlands

Finding a pediatric dentist that is the right fit for your family can be challenging. There are multiple characteristics that make a pediatric dentist a fantastic choice for your child, and some of it comes down to family preference. Here is a list of things that Dr. Cameron Fuller and his team recommend you may want to consider when looking for your next dentist. 1.      Which is better suited for our family a pediatric dentist or a general dentist? Pediatric dentists go to school for a longer period of time to focus specifically on children and how to handle them in order to become experts in their field. This means that they are well trained in dealing with challenges that are unique to children. 2.        Does the dentist and their team listen to you? It is critical to have an office that hears your concerns and addresses them. If you do not feel comfortable when discussing treatment and options neither will your child. Childr...

 What Every Parent Should Know About Their Child’s Dental Health. You may not have visited the dentist every six months when you were a kid, or you may have consumed large amounts of sugar after dark, but it is never too late to instill healthy dental habits in your children. Research now shows that healthy dental habits are not just about saving your children’s teeth, it can save their lives as well. Dental decay and periodontal disease can contribute to heart disease and cause other health problems. Dr. Cameron Fuller, tells the parents of his patients that it is never too late to sit down with their children and explain why brushing and flossing is important.   It is more than that though. Day to day maintenance is important, but so is visiting the dentist, following through with recommendations for dental care, and taking care of cavities right away. The longer decay stays on the tooth the more likely it is to need a root cannel or require more extensive den...

You may be wondering if 1 time a year is often enough to replace your child’s toothbrush, or if you should do it every 6 months when you get the free one from their dental visit. Neither is correct and may not be often enough. The bristles of the toothbrush have an important job. As your child brushes and moves the toothbrush across the surface of the teeth, the bristles eventually begin to break down. Once this happens, your toothbrush is no longer as effective as it once was. Dr. Cameron and his team unanimously agree, 1 time a year is not enough! You may also need to change out your child’s toothbrush if they have been sick or if their toothbrush has touched or been in close contact with another toothbrush of someone in the house that has been sick. Virus’s hold on in the bristles of the toothbrush and if they are not changed out it can cause a reinfection. If you are not sure if your child’s toothbrush needs to be changed out, evaluating the br...

                                  When you walk through the aisles at the store there are so many brands of toothpaste that it can be tempting to just pick one in order to leave as quickly as possible. Considering these 3 factors can help make this process easy, and keep your child’s smile healthy. Dr. Cameron Fuller helps to give you the important facts about choosing a great toothpaste that will keep your child’s smile healthy for a lifetime. 1.      Start by finding a toothpaste that is approved by the American Dental Association. By purchasing toothpaste for your child that is endorsed by the ADA it guarantees that you have a house that will keep their smile healthy. It also means that it has passed their standards and does not contain products that are not okay for your child. 2...

It’s finally warming up outside and swimming season is right around the corner. Or your kids may already be diving into the deep end of the pool and enjoying the warmer weather. Usually the yellow brown stains from swimming do not occur unless your child is swimming up to six hours a day in the pool, but the acidic level of pools differ, which leaves their teeth exposed. The chemicals in the water causes there to be a higher level of PH in the water which creates the breakdown of salivary proteins which can then cause the hard brown stains on the teeth. Pediatric dentist Dr. Cameron Fuller recommends that if your children are going to be swimming more than usual or you notice the stains beginning, call today and schedule a dental cleaning.   There is, unfortunately, no way to protect against this type of damage other than to avoid the pool. But if that isn’t an option, getting cleanings more often then 2x a year can help keep your child’s smile w...

The holidays are fast approaching which can often mean extra food in the house. You may have already begun planning your cookies, cakes and treats that you’ll be baking. Don’t let your child’s dental health be impacted by your desire for treats in your house. Implement these two policies and help ward off decay this holiday season. Have children consume minimal amount of sugary treats. During times when they are complaining of hunger, have them consume a healthy mix of fruits and vegetables. Give them opportunities throughout the day to munch on peanut butter celery, apple slices and other fruit or veggie based snacks. If they are going to eat a brownie or cookie limit the amount to 1. This will decrease the amount of sugar that is sitting on their teeth that can cause decay. The healthy fruits and vegetables in between will help rinse the sugar from their teeth as they have a higher concentration of water. Once your child has consumed the treat, have ...

  When you stand in the aisle at the grocery store, you are bombarded with multiple toothbrush choices. There are ones that sing, and some that rotate. Others may vibrate and still others may seem boring – those in one color and with soft bristles. Toothbrush choices to some extent are a personal preference. You don’t want it to be too big or too small. Dr. Fuller recommends, "making sure the handle fits well in their hand and that the head of the toothbrush can go comfortably in their mouth,".   The bristles should be soft. Hard or stiff bristles can damage the gums and teeth if too much pressure is applied.   The age of your child makes a difference on the appropriate type of toothbrush you should purchase. Children under the age of twelve can have a difficult time with dexterity and reaching all of the surface locations of their teeth. An automatic toothbrush does make getting to all the surfaces easier. Depending on the size of the automa...