Most of us know that there are a lot of benefits to breastfeeding our babies. It can help baby fight infections, transfer vital nutrients and immune system building blocks to baby, and reduce health risks. But did you know that it can also be beneficial for your baby’s teeth? Breastfeeding may help build a better [...]
Caring for Baby's Mouth and Teeth from Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan About Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan, the offices of Drs. Delaney, Plunkett, Ralstrom, Makowski, Thanasas, Ker, and Associates Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan have specialized in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics since 1968. Our family-friendly office gives patients [...]
Infants are usually born with 20 primary teeth forming under the gums and these are often referred to as baby teeth. They usually start to erupt at around six months of age starting with the central incisors in the lower jaw. Eruption of teeth is usually completed by age 3 with the second molars. Around [...]
Many new parents ask us about the use of pacifiers. Some hospitals even send parents home with newborn pacifiers. Pacifiers are generally safe to use in the very early stages of a baby’s development. Parents often find them an acceptable way to help soothe fussy baby when all else fails, including cuddling, holding, feeding, and [...]
Did you know that your baby’s teeth began developing in utero? “Teeth begin developing in the fetus, and that is another reason why good nutrition is so important for mom during this special time. Mothers should be getting lots of vitamins that help to help baby’s teeth develop as healthy as possible,” said Dr. Elizabeth. [...]
Babies are typically not born with teeth but rather erupt their first teeth between six months and one year of age. It is an exciting time and a new stage in your baby’s development. While these teeth are coming in, they literally make a little cut in the gums to pass through which can cause [...]
Many parents wonder when their child will start losing their 20 baby teeth that took so long to come in! This is a very big milestone in a child’s life, and there are a few things every parent should know when it comes to their child losing their teeth. Dr. Elizabeth Ralstrom tells us, “that [...]
Primary teeth, or baby teeth, play an important role in the oral development of a young child and are actually more vital to general healthy human development than many people think or anticipate. When a baby’s first tooth comes in, two things occur simultaneously: parents recognize that it is a major milestone related to their [...]