Camp Merkley Kids Dental

09/23/2025

🦷 Camp Merkley Crew: “So how’s school going?”
😆 Kid with mouth wide open: “AHHRHRRHHMM!!”

We love getting to know our awesome patients...
even if it’s through interpreting muffled giggles and drool! 😄💦

09/22/2025

I’m just going to leave this right here 😂.

09/18/2025

DID YOU KNOW??
💀 Toothprints Are as Unique as Fingerprints
Just like fingerprints, your teeth—and the marks they leave—are completely unique to you. This has made them incredibly useful in forensic science, especially when identifying human remains or matching bite marks.
🦷 What exactly is a toothprint?
A toothprint refers to the unique pattern of a person’s teeth, including: Size, Shape, Spacing, Position, Wear patterns
Restorations (like fillings, crowns, or braces)

Every single person has a different dental structure—even identical twins have slight differences in their teeth.

Toothprints Can Be Used for Kids Too
Some dentists take “Toothprints” (an actual term) of children using thermoplastic bite tabs. It records their dental pattern, which can:
Help with child identification in emergencies.
Store a sample of their DNA in saliva embedded in the impression.

09/17/2025

🛡️ Today is Patient Safety Day — and at Camp Merkley, your child’s health and safety come first! 💙✨

From sterilized tools to gentle care, we're committed to the highest standards every visit.

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The Camp Merkley Crew

09/16/2025

🦷✨ First dental visits can feel a little scary — but they don’t have to be! That’s why we LOVE using fun resources like this Sesame Street video to help your little one feel more comfortable and excited about their visit. 💙

https://youtu.be/1Wqv-kUX8ao?si=xsEFzV07PG57wL4B

🎥 Tip: Watch it together before your appointment and talk about what your child can expect. Familiar faces and happy smiles make all the difference!

Camp Market staff is here to make every visit a positive adventure. Let’s keep those tiny teeth healthy — and those little smiles BIG! 😄

In this full episode, Elmo, Charlie, Julia, and Alan play “pretend dentist” with a toy alligator to help remind Julia of what happens at the dentist. Then Ju...

09/15/2025

🦷 Now Welcoming New Patients! 🧸
Looking for a fun, friendly, and gentle dental home for your child?
At Camp Merkley, we specialize in caring for little smiles! Our experienced pediatric dental team is dedicated to creating a positive and stress-free experience for every child — from birth to age 10.✨
What We Offer:
* Kid-friendly office environment
* Preventive care & cleanings
* X-rays (low radiation)
* Sealants & fluoride treatments
* Gentle treatment for cavities
* Behavior guidance & sedation options
* Special needs & anxious children welcome!👩‍⚕️

Your child’s comfort and health are our top priorities. We’re here to help your little one build healthy habits and a happy smile that lasts a lifetime.📅 Call us today at 573 803 5100 to schedule your child’s first visit!

09/12/2025

Our sweet Brynlea’s baby girl came in for a visit today !!! Such a good little patient 🩵

09/11/2025

🕊️ 9/11 • Never Forget 🇺🇸
Today, we at Camp Merkley are taking a moment to honor the lives lost, the heroes who rose, and the strength of a nation that stood united.

09/10/2025

Education about our Gums is happening this month !!!!

🦷✨ Healthy Gums = Happy Smiles! ✨🦷

Did you know gum care is just as important as keeping teeth clean? Teaching your child to gently brush along the gum line and floss daily helps prevent gum disease and keeps their smile strong and bright! 💪😁

Start early, brush gently, and don’t forget those tiny gums! 💕

09/09/2025

There is truly no deeper form of flattery than our amazing clients telling their friends about their time with us !!! Please if you have a moment would you leave us a review ? 🫶🏼

09/08/2025

DONT FORGET TO TAG YOUR TEACHER!!! Each time a teacher is named is an entree for the drawing!!

🍎With the school year in full swing we are remembering our educators who we are so incredibly lucky to have! And with that, we want to spoil them!!! TWO WINNERS will be chosen Sept 30th. Follow the post below to enter :)

ATTENTION: THE WINNER WILL ONLY BE ANNOUCED VIA A VIDEO ON THIS PAGE. WE WILL NOT COMMENT WINNER ON THIS POST OR ASK FOR ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION. Please watch for and report any suspicious activity.

09/05/2025

And August’s Happy Camper drawing winner is…..