February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and a perfect time for Dr. Emmanuel Skordalakis to review some of the important steps in keeping your child’s smile healthy! Your Baby…
How do I make my child’s diet safe for his or her teeth?
The food you feed your child can have a lasting effect on his or her oral health. In fact, diet plays a major role in whether a child develops cavities…
When should I begin brushing my baby’s teeth?
One question our team at Potomac Falls Pediatric Dentistry hear all the time is, “When should I start brushing my baby’s teeth?” You should begin regular cleanings even before your…
Gum Disease in Children
When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis….
Periodontal Disease in Adolescents
Our team knows that periodontal disease isn’t something exclusive to adults. It can affect adolescents as well. Gingivitis, which is a milder form of periodontitis, is a form of periodontal…
Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
Two studies – one conducted in Washington State, and whose findings were published in the Journal of Pediatric Dentistry in 2004, and another conducted in Madrid, Spain, and whose findings…
What’s on your child’s reading list?
What better way for children to spend their time than cuddled up by the fireplace or out in the yard with a book in hand? Dr. Emmanuel Skordalakis and our…
New Year’s Day Every Which Way
In most parts of the world, January 1 marks the beginning of a new calendar year. Though customs and celebrations may vary by religion, personal desires, and country, everyone who…