Pediatric Dentist & Orthodontist - Dallas | News

orthodontist

Comparing Invisalign & Metal Braces

Children and teens looking to straighten their teeth have more options now than ever before. There have been significant advances made with metal braces, making them more effective and more comfortable. Additionally, Invisalign has been introduced as an alternative to metal braces, giving you the option to remove them for significant events. Look and Feel Metal braces are made up of a…

myKIDSddsAugust 13, 2018

pediatric-dentist

Is a Frenectomy Necessary for My Baby?

If you’re noticing any irregularities in your baby’s ability to breastfeed, it may be a sign that they have a lip and/or tongue tie. Your little one can be quickly and efficiently checked out by a professional at myKIDSdds. We offer excellent pediatric dental services that are specially adapted for infants and growing children. Understanding the Frenum A frenum is a small fold…

myKIDSddsJuly 25, 2018

dallas-dentist

Welcome Dr. Glenn Cohen To The myKIDSdds Team!

Dear Friends and Family, We are very excited to share some great news with you! Beginning July 26 we will welcome Dr. Glenn Cohen to our orthodontic team! We want to thank you for your continued support, which over the years has helped our practice grow to the level that we need additional support for our patients. We have had…

myKIDSddsAugust 10, 2017

pediatric-dentist

Is A Frenectomy Needed For My Baby?

We have talked a lot about how tongue and lip ties can affect the breastfeeding relationship for moms and babies, but it’s important to acknowledge how ties can affect older children and adults as well. When we see infants for lip and tongue ties, Dr. Kogut and Dr. Alex diagnose and treat based upon function rather than appearance. At times,…

myKIDSddsSeptember 17, 2016

pediatric-dentist

Why Do Kids Grind Their Teeth?

Q: My preschooler has been grinding her teeth in the night lately, should we be concerned? Is there anything we can do to help her stop?A: Teeth grinding, or bruxism, in children is actually fairly common. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine estimates that between 14 and 17 percent of children grind or clench their teeth at night, particularly children ages five and…

myKIDSddsJune 13, 2016

pediatric-dentist

When Is It Necessary To Remove Baby Teeth?

Q: At my toddler’s recent dental checkup the dentist found a couple of cavities he suggested we fill. Do we really need to get fillings? Her baby teeth are just going to fall out in a few years anyways, it seems like a waste.A: Dental decay in young children is on the rise. In fact, today about 60% of children in the…

myKIDSddsJune 13, 2016