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What Do X-Rays Reveal About Your Child’s Oral Health?

X-rays are essential in monitoring and maintaining your child’s oral health. At Pediatric Dentistry of Burke, Dr. David Treff, a board-certified pediatric dentist, uses state-of-the-art imaging to provide the best care for your child. Serving families in Burke, VA, and nearby areas, including Springfield, Fairfax, and Annandale, Dr. Treff has advanced training in treating children at every […]

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The Truth About Fluoride: Debunking Myths

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Fluoride often raises questions for parents wanting the best for their children’s health. At Pediatric Dentistry of Burke, we get it—it’s natural to want to understand what’s best for your child’s smile! With over a decade of experience, Dr. David Treff, a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, is here to help clear up any

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Tips for Cleaning Your Baby’s Gums and Teeth

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A solid dental care routine for your baby sets them up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. At Pediatric Dentistry of Burke, Dr. David Treff, a board-certified pediatric dentist with over a decade of experience, encourages parents to begin building healthy dental habits as soon as possible – even before the first teeth emerge! Not sure

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Dental Crowns for Kids: Why and What to Expect

Pediatric Dentistry

Your child’s dentist just informed you that your child needs a crown. You are probably wondering if kids even need crowns on their baby teeth? Why not pull the tooth out and wait for the permanent tooth to appear? The answer is simple: it’s an investment in your child’s future health. As young jaws develop, spaces

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4 Healthy Gum Guidelines For Kids

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Did you know that taking proper care of your gums is equally important as taking care of your teeth? While the health of your teeth is a significant component of achieving optimal oral health, it’s not the only area that needs attention. The health of your gums is equally important. Not properly caring for your

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The Benefit of Early Orthodontic Treatment for Kids

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When it comes to orthodontic treatment, early care can save you and your child time, money, and future difficulties. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that your child’s first check-up with an orthodontist occur when an orthodontic problem is first recognized, or around age 7. By that time, your child has enough permanent teeth for

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Healthy Habits for Our Patients

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Self-quarantine, sequestering, and social distancing are all concepts that have new meaning to us, now that we are living through a severe global pandemic with COVID-19. The world has shut down, and as of right now, no one knows when we can return to our regular activities. While most of these habits can apply to

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What to Do if Your Child’s Filling Falls Out

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Whether it happens when your child is eating, flossing or brushing their teeth, suddenly losing a filling can be somewhat traumatic, to say the least. Not only is it a strange feeling to be missing part of your tooth, but you can also experience tooth sensitivity and/or a good deal of pain after the tooth

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5 Steps to Choosing the Right Dentist for your Child

Pediatric Dentistry

Tooth decay is one of the most prevalent conditions among children in the United States. In the most recent study years (2015-2016), just over 43 percent of U.S. children age 2 and up had cavities. This statistic included 13 percent with untreated cavities! This can be detrimental to your child’s ability to learn, it can

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What are Dental Sealants and How Do They Protect Teeth from Cavities?

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While you and your child anxiously wait for the dentist to review your child’s x-rays, you are probably doing everything in your power to not get up and start pacing the halls. Will the dentist say those five dreaded words… “Your child has a cavity” or will they receive a clean bill of health? You

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What Do X-Rays Reveal About Your Child’s Oral Health?

The Truth About Fluoride: Debunking Myths

Tips for Cleaning Your Baby’s Gums and Teeth

Dental Crowns for Kids: Why and What to Expect

4 Healthy Gum Guidelines For Kids

The Benefit of Early Orthodontic Treatment for Kids

Healthy Habits for Our Patients

What to Do if Your Child’s Filling Falls Out

5 Steps to Choosing the Right Dentist for your Child

What are Dental Sealants and How Do They Protect Teeth from Cavities?

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