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Teething is an important milestone in a child’s development. It’s one of those things that clearly indicate that a baby will soon be a toddler and will be functioning more like everybody else. [...]

It’s only natural for careful parents to want to know everything about procedures that pediatric dentists recommend to their children. They wish to understand the necessity of these things in [...]

It’s always smart to start good habits early and this principle applies to your child’s oral care. Even before your child cuts his first teeth, you can already launch into simple oral hygiene for [...]

Every time your child shows resistance to brushing his teeth, you tell him that his teeth can get messed up due to the accumulation of plaque. Many parents use the terms plaque and tartar [...]

You love watching your kid while he sleeps. He looks so peaceful — a far cry from the bundle of boundless energy he is while still awake. But one night, you hear a weird noise inside his bedroom. [...]

One of the most common questions parents ask dentists is "What are the signs my child will need braces?"

If you are a parent of a child who has ever had to wear a retainer you know they come with a few issues. Getting your child to wear them or remember to wear them can be a challenge. Also trusting [...]

Teens And Orthodontics The teen years can be exciting, fun and life-changing, but it can also be busy, confusing and challenging. With so many things on their plate, taking care of their health – [...]

Foods to Avoid With Braces and Other Tips for Kids With Braces Wearing braces is one of the proven and time-tested orthodontic treatments for correcting misaligned teeth. Moreover, braces have [...]

Father’s Day is a long time tradition meant to celebrate the role of Fatherhood. Two of our very special Surfside Kids Dentists, Dr. Dan and Dr. Blake allowed us to reach out to their own [...]