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How Spinnaker Creates a Positive and Comfortable Experience for Your Child
5 Ways We Craft a Positive Dental Experience Going to the dentist for a teeth cleaning or a checkup may be something your child loves. Or they may feel a little uneasy. As a parent, you want your kids to always have a positive dental experience. And with Spinnaker...
The Do’s and Don’ts of Handwashing
Handwashing Tips and Tricks The first of December marks the start of National Handwashing Awareness week, so we thought we’d kick things off with the do’s and don’ts of handwashing. These simple tips and tricks will help you make sure your kids are washing their hands...
Tasty Toothy Treats Your Kids Will Love This Christmas
Healthy and Tasty Holiday Treats Picture this: You’re headed into your favorite supermarket’s snack aisle, determined to bring home a boatload of healthy snacks for the winter season, only to come out with the same sugar and carb-laden goodies every single time. Don’t...
9 Ideas for Family Fun This Winter Season
9 Christmas Activities to Try During Family Gatherings Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way, oh what fun… That last three-letter word is the theme of every family gathering from here to Timbuktu. But which Christmas or wintertime crafts can you make this...
Is a Laser Frenectomy Procedure Pain-Free?
First, what is Ankyloglossia or tongue-tie? Ankyloglossia, more commonly referred to as tongue-tie, is a congenital condition in which a child’s tongue remains attached to the bottom of their mouth. Babies are sometimes born with this condition, and it occurs when the...
Cosmetic Dentistry for Kids: How We Help Your Kids Smile Shine
Many people believe that cosmetic dentistry is just for adults. But that is simply not the case. Not only are there a variety of cosmetic dental procedures designed to help your kid’s smile shine, but there are also dentists such as those at Spinnaker Pediatric...
8 Best Toddler Toothbrushing Tips
8 Ways to Make Toothbrushing Fun for Toddlers Getting your toddler to stand still is never easy. Getting them to stand still with their mouths open as you put in a foreign object? Now that can seem nearly impossible. But it can be done! Try to tackle toothbrushing...
7 Advantages of Tooth-Colored Fillings for Kids
Are dental composite (white) fillings the best choice for children? Has your dentist found a cavity in your child’s mouth? Are you wondering whether amalgam or tooth-colored fillings are the right option? Do you want to know what the advantages of composite fillings...
Tooth-Healthy Treats for Back to School
How to Pack a Lunch That Supports Your Child’s Oral Health Everyone's headed back to school, and that means it's lunch box-packing season again! If you've gotten a little rusty over the summer, we understand and we're here to help. While pre-packaged foods are...
Does Spinnaker Pediatric Dentistry Have an Age Limit for Kids?
The Best for Your Child’s Oral Health at Every Age At Spinnaker Pediatric Dentistry, we’re dedicated to providing the ultimate in pediatric dental care. This includes designing a facility and building a team that caters only to pint-sized patients! If you’re new to...
Pulpotomy: A Baby Tooth Root Canal
Spinnaker Pediatric Dentistry on Pulpotomies Has your little one been complaining of a toothache? Did your pediatric dentist recommend a pulpotomy? You’re probably wondering what this procedure is, whether your child will feel any pain, and why the dentist didn’t want...
Why and How We Use State-of-the-Art Laser Dentistry
What Are the Advantages of Laser Dentistry for Kids? Every parent wants their child to have easier, more pain-free, and less anxiety-inducing dental treatment options. And with laser dentistry, dentists have the power to make this happen. Here’s what you need to know...