Valley Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

09/01/2025

When you look in on your sleeping child, you want to hear the sounds of sweet dreams: easy breathing and perhaps an occasional sigh. But some parents hear the harsher sounds grinding teeth, called bruxism. So, what can you do about it?

You might be alarmed when you notice your toddler’s teeth grinding, but in most cases it’s nothing to be worried about.

08/28/2025

Oral health is a vital part of children's overall health and well-being, and we're here to help every step of the way. 👧🏾🧒🏼🦷

08/25/2025

What did the dentist say to the golfer? 🤔

"You've got a hole in one" 😆 ⛳️

08/21/2025

Imagine what it would be like if you suddenly lost one or two of your front teeth. Smiling, talking, eating - everything would suddenly be affected. Knowing how to prevent injuries to your child's mouth and face is especially important if they participate in organized sports or other recreational activities.

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that affects brain function in physical and cognitive ways. Reviewed by a board-certified neurologist.

08/18/2025

Why did the doughnut go to the dentist?

He needed a filling!

08/14/2025

Adults aren't the only ones who need to worry about gingivitis and cavities. In developed countries like the United States, about 73 percent of children between six and 11 years old have gum disease.

An oral hygiene routine that includes gentle mouthwash can help to keep their teeth and gums healthy, but it's important that kids mouthwash is used safely.

Learn about the best kinds of mouthwash for kids to help protect their teeth, and which to avoid. Learn more about kids™ mouthwash at Oralb.com

08/12/2025

💛Happy birthday to the one and only Reagan!💛

✨Here's to another year of adventure, joy, and making unforgettable memories! May your day be as magical as you are!✨

08/11/2025

While dentition traditions have been around for millennia and many folktales have sprouted up related to them, the modern interpretation of the tooth fairy seems to come from 2 origins.

The first is the French story of a queen who would transform into a mouse and hide under pillows to protect children from harm. The second is the Tand-Fe, or "tooth fee" which early Norse warriors would pay to children in exchange for lost teeth believed to be tokens of luck.

08/07/2025

As a new parent, every milestone in your child's development can be simultaneously exciting and daunting. Teething is no exception, but this guide should help you get started.

Struggling to determine if your baby is teething? Continue reading for the signs and symptoms for emerging teeth in your baby.

08/04/2025

Your child's teeth may be little, but they're still a big deal. Promoting oral health in children starts at birth and it starts with parents. Here's how.

Registered Dental Hygienist Glenda Klaas details some ways in which parents can create healthy habits for their kids from birth.

07/31/2025

When your child begins losing baby teeth, you may notice that adult teeth seem less bright. While you may want them to have a brilliant, white smile, it may be wise to hold off on whitening products.

Are teeth whitening strips suitable for everyone? Discover the expert guidance from our professionals to make an informed decision about teeth whitening.

07/28/2025

📚 ✏️ BACK TO SCHOOL GIVEAWAY ✏️📚
Summer is still here, but school is just around the corner! Enter to win a basket of back to school supplies

Head over to our Instagram page to check it out!

How to Enter:
1️⃣ Follow on IG
2️⃣ Like the Back to School Giveaway post
3️⃣ Comment on the IG post which basket you would like to win (left or right)
⭐️ Bonus entry: leave us a google review!

TWO lucky winners will receive:
🍎 2 organizer storage bins
🍎 Bentgo chill kids leak-proof lunch box
🍎 10oz thermos
🍎 20oz Camelbak flip straw water bottle
🍎 Pencil case
🍎 Kids over-ear headphones
🍎 10ct colored Smencils
🍎 Reading timer bookmark
🍎 Pair LED shoelaces

Giveaway ends Wednesday, August 20th — winners announced in our stories!