February 15, 2019
Tags: Broken Tooth, Chipped Tooth, Dental Emergency, Oral Care
DON’T PANIC – Dental Emergencies Happen All The Time. In most cases, the best thing to do for a dental emergency in Mountain View and surrounding areas like San Jose and Los Altos is call Dr. Leyla Abazari’s office. Our pediatric dental staff is well trained to give you the information you need to take the…
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February 2, 2019
Tags: Dentist Recommedations, Super Bowl
It’s that time of year again! Friends, family and rivals are coming together for the 2019 Super Bowl. A fine frenzy of food has been a staple of football gathering for decades. While most of us are munching on whatever food is in front of us, take a moment to look over our suggests for…
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July 11, 2018
Tags: #brushing, #dental, #dentalxray, #kidsdentist, #kidsteeth, #mountainview, #smile, #toothbrush
Pediatric Dentist will recommend x-ray on a child that has never experienced cavities. Parents often wonder why their child need the x-ray. Visually only the top and sides of the teeth can be examined, but to be able to further see the supporting structure or closed contacts between the teeth is only possible via x-ray. …
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May 16, 2018
Tags: Adolescents, sports drink
There is a lot of confusion about sports drinks and energy drinks, and parents are unaware of the difference. Sport drinks, contain carbohydrates, minerals, electrolytes and flavoring. It may be used for athletes who engage in vigorous physical activity. Plain water is best during and after exercise. Energy drinks in the other hand contains large…
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April 11, 2018
Tags: Forever Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Healthy Teeth, Mouthwash, Plaque
WHAT TYPE OF MOUTHWASH TO USE FOR MY CHILD? Different types of mouthwash have different benefits for example preventing tooth decay, reducing plaque, freshening breath, and reducing and preventing gingivitis. But with so many products on the market it can be hard to know what to look for in a mouthwash. Additionally, it’s tough to know…
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March 28, 2018
Tags: Baby Teeth, Kids Oral hygiene, Kids Teeth
Being a new parent is a journey and many questions may arise. We have some great tips to help you with your infant’s oral hygiene. When do I start oral hygiene routine for my baby? Question: Do you have to clean baby’s mouth if there are no teeth present? Answer: YES! It is important to keep…
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March 14, 2018
Should a baby tooth be pulled by help of a parent? Generally the answer is no. The tooth may not be loose enough to come out and that may lead to damage to the gum and bleeding and pain. The best policy recommended by Dr. Abazari is to have the child herself/himself to do…
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March 7, 2018
One of the earliest references to the Tooth Fairy that we know and love was in an article in the Chicago Daily Tribune in 1908: “Many a refractory child will allow a loose tooth to be removed if he knows about the tooth fairy. If he takes his little tooth and puts it under the…
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February 28, 2018
One of the most important tools in your child’s mouth-health arsenal is their toothbrush. Often overlooked and under considered, it is vital that you take the time to buy the right toothbrush for your child. Below are some smart shopping guidelines to consider when buying your child’s next toothbrush. Bristles Bristles come in all shapes…
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February 21, 2018
The first line of protection for your child’s teeth is the enamel, which is the white, visible part of the tooth. It’s also hardest substance in the human body, and yet it takes a lot of abuse. Enamel can crack, chip and wear away. What steps can you take to protect your child’s enamel? Use…
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