Yellow teeth are not necessarily an indication of oral health problems, but if the discoloration is persistent and has no known cause, it is a good idea to visit the dentist to check for plaque buildup, cavities, or dental trauma.…
Typically, you should brush your child’s teeth until they’re about 7-8 years old, or coordinated enough to tie their own shoes. But once your little one can handle brushing on their own, you may be wondering. What’s the best toothbrush…
CONTACT INFORMATION: Arctic Dental, PLC 563-607-5979 smile@arcticdental.com Arctic Dental Hosting Free Dental Care Day on Tuesday, October 26, 2021. Muscatine, IA - Our community’s oral health matters! That’s why on October 26, 2021 , Arctic Dental is hosting a free…
Brushing your child’s teeth is important, and twice daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste helps their smile stay healthy. But flossing is essential, too. Regular flossing allows you to further reduce your child’s risk of oral health issues like tooth decay…
The Order of Baby Teeth Within the first few years of your child’s life, they will develop 20 baby teeth. The first of these teeth to develop are the central incisors, followed in order by the lateral incisors, first molars,…
Frenectomies in Muscatine are the best way to resolve tongue and lip ties. But once Dr. Jarod performs your child’s operation at Arctic Dental and sends you home, it’s up to you to make sure their mouth heals properly. Let’s…
If your child has tongue or lip ties, they may need a frenectomy. Tongue and lip ties happen when the bands of tissue attaching the tongue to the base of the mouth or the lips to the gums are too…
Is the tooth fairy real? We've all heard the stories about how if you leave your tooth under a pillow, the tooth fairy will come and take it away. But what is the truth? Is there really such a thing…
What is general anesthesia for dental services? General anesthesia is a beneficial procedure that helps make children feel more comfortable during dental care. It provides a deep sleep-like state for the child to help with anxiety, and it keeps them…
Summer break is here, which means your child’s schedule will be a little lighter making it the perfect time to visit a pediatric dentist. This summer make their oral health and hygiene a priority! At Arctic Dental we offer convenient…