Pediatric Dentist Portland & Oregon City

Understanding Bruxism and How It Could Be Harmful

Bill E. Kidd — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:01:29 +0000

Bruxism is the term used to identify jaw clenching and the grinding of the teeth. It is most common while sleeping, but it usually occurs in the course of daytime hours too. Although studies haven’t discovered a root cause for the problem, there appear to be some correlating components that lead to the onset. Causes [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

Understanding Bruxism and How It Could Be Harmful

Learning About the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Bill E. Kidd — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 19:44:47 +0000

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry is an established organization that happens to be made of dentists with a pediatric area of expertise. The group is comprised of over 8000 members all over the country. They have made it their project to promote healthy oral care for infants and during adolescence. Your child is essential [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

Learning About the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Why Thumb Sucking Can Affect the Growth of Your Child’s Teeth

Bill E. Kidd — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:26:18 +0000

A child sucking their thumb is a normal part of being an infant. Infants may even begin sucking on their thumb within the womb, and it is fine for them to carry on doing so until they are about 6 months of age. After this particular age, the impulse to carry on has disappeared, but [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

Why Thumb Sucking Can Affect the Growth of Your Child’s Teeth

What Is Bruxism And Why Should You Care?

Bill E. Kidd — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 04:51:57 +0000

Bruxism is the term used to describe jaw clenching and grinding of the teeth. This is most common during sleep, but it often occurs during daytime hours as well. While many studies haven’t found a root cause for the problem, there seem to be some correlating factors that lead to its onset. Causes of Bruxism [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

What Is Bruxism And Why Should You Care?

5 Tips for Paying for Kid’s Dental Care

Bill E. Kidd — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:47:49 +0000

Paying for children’s dental treatments can be quite a real problem to a family members. Even families with dental insurance plans can feel the strain when investing in co-pays and non-covered expenditures. Here are some tips that may help you find a solution in order to pay for youngster’s dental care. Methods for Paying for [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

5 Tips for Paying for Kid’s Dental Care

Treating Children’s Dental Accidents like Chipped or Broken Teeth

Bill E. Kidd — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:15:32 +0000

Addressing children’s dental injuries like chipped or broken teeth may be a stressful incidence in a parent’s life. Understanding how to manage your kid’s dental injury appropriately can help boost your child’s odds of keeping the actual injured tooth and can lessen the amount of distress your child experiences. The Treatment of Kid’s Dentistry Injuries: [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

Treating Children’s Dental Accidents like Chipped or Broken Teeth

Newborn and Toddler Dental Health Care Tips and Info

Bill E. Kidd — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:15:02 +0000

In case you are new to parenting, you could be wondering how crucial oral care is for infants and toddlers. The answer is a flashing neon, “VERY IMPORTANT!” Oral health can significantly impact the general health of one’s child. Dental abscesses and cavities can cause infections that may spread with areas of the body. Complications [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

Newborn and Toddler Dental Health Care Tips and Info

The Use and Benefits of Dental Amalgam

Bill E. Kidd — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 05:06:19 +0000

The use and benefits of dental amalgam have been controversial in recent years, but the U.S. government has determined that dental amalgam is safe for use in repairing dental cavities. While the general public has expressed concern over mercury poisoning from dental amalgam, the Centers for Disease Control has officially stated that there is little [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

The Use and Benefits of Dental Amalgam

When to Start Orthodontic Care

Bill E. Kidd — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:16:20 +0000

Knowing when to start orthodontic care for your children can be a tricky dilemma. The timing of orthodontic care can be crucial to a child’s social development as kids will often exclude others based on any physical differences, including orthodontic devices and abnormal placement of teeth. There is no simple answer to when to start [...]

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When to Start Orthodontic Care

What You Should Understand About Invisible Braces

Bill E. Kidd — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:36:13 +0000

Invisalign unseen braces are very attractive alternatives to traditional orthodontics, but are they really right for you or even your child? How Invisalign Braces Work Invisalign braces are a series of clear plastic trays created specifically to fit your tooth. You will change out each tray for a new one in a series about every [...]

This post came from Oregon Childrens dentist and Portland kids orthodontist Dr. Mark Mutschler...

What You Should Understand About Invisible Braces