Daily life can get very busy from time to time. Sometimes it can get so busy that when your child loses one of their teeth, you may wake up one morning and realize the Tooth Fairy missed a certain appointment with a certain young person. If your children feel disappointed, do not worry. You can easily make it up to... read more »

Now that school is approaching, so does a very busy schedule. Do you and your child want to maintain a strong and healthy smile this coming fall? If so, our dentist, Dr. Armand Begian, strongly encourages you to develop good dental habits that help both of your teeth and gums. These dental habits can help you reach the ultimate smile... read more »

Welcome to Sugarbug Dental & Orthodontics online! Our friendly team is here to give your child the exceptional dental care they need in a friendly, caring environment. One of the most important things you can do to maintain your child's healthy smile is to bring them in routinely for dental visits, beginning when they are around one year old. This... read more »

As you may have already discovered, dental emergencies aren't exactly fun. Whether your child has just chipped a tooth or a tooth knocked out of the socket from an injury, dental emergencies can put a damper on the day, especially if your child is frightened from the trauma. Fortunately, there are a few basic first-aid tips you can use if... read more »

What do you do when your young child refuses to brush or floss their teeth? If getting them to practice good oral care is getting old, there's hope. When it comes to motivating anyone (especially children), often setting an example works. Brushing and flossing together and making it a game can get them in the mood to follow in your... read more »

When you’re faced with what you should drink with a meal, water is always the best answer for your oral health. Water is important for your physical health as well as your oral health. By making sure you are getting enough water throughout the day, you can help protect your teeth and clean your mouth from bacteria and food particles.... read more »

Did you know pregnancy can affect the teeth, gums and oral health? Well, it’s true, unfortunately. Pregnancy can cause many dental problems if you’re not careful, which is why our team, strongly encourages you to keep your smile in mind while you wait to meet your little one. There are many things you can do to keep your teeth and... read more »

Just about everyone knows that flossing is something that’ll have a hugely positive impact on their oral health. But few people do it on a regular basis. For one reason or another, it’s just hard to get people to floss consistently. This is a challenge that faces almost every dentist in the country, especially pediatric dentists. But how can it... read more »

This question is actually a very good one to ask. The answer is about every three or four months. When you give your child's old toothbrush a toss and provide them with a new one you can actually help prevent a cavity from getting worse. Does this sound a little too good to be true? Your average toothbrush typically wears... read more »

For years you have probably heard that sugar can lead to cavities. While this may be true, it might not mean that you need to feel extremely guilty if your child has a sweet tooth and gives in to a treat every now and then. Even if your child has some sugary snacks more frequently than the average person, there... read more »