Park Dentistry for Kids

Park Dentistry for Kids Pediatric Dentist

Teething is rough, for baby AND you 😩 Not everything marketed for sore gums is actually safe (or effective). Here's what...
09/02/2026

Teething is rough, for baby AND you 😩 Not everything marketed for sore gums is actually safe (or effective). Here's what we tell parents to reach for instead. Save this for the next flare-up!

Every parent has been there — your kid says their tooth hurts, and you're not sure if it's a "wait it out" thing or a "c...
08/29/2026

Every parent has been there — your kid says their tooth hurts, and you're not sure if it's a "wait it out" thing or a "call the dentist" thing.

Swipe through for a few signs that mean it's worth coming in sooner.

You know your kid best — if something feels off, we'd rather take a look.

A child who feels safe at the dentist becomes an adult who actually goes to the dentist. Kids who have positive early ex...
08/27/2026

A child who feels safe at the dentist becomes an adult who actually goes to the dentist. Kids who have positive early experiences are more likely to keep up with checkups, feel comfortable saying something hurts, and build habits that stick instead of avoiding care out of fear.

Feeling safe isn't just about today's appointment. It's about their whole relationship with dental health.

Happy National Dog Day to Flossy, the calmest presence in the building on days when kids need it most.She's greeted hund...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day to Flossy, the calmest presence in the building on days when kids need it most.
She's greeted hundreds of nervous first-timers, sat next to kids who needed a minute before their appointment, and made this office feel a little less scary just by being here.

The great debate: floss first or floss after? 🤔🦷Here's Dr. Parker's honest take: there's no real research proving one or...
08/21/2026

The great debate: floss first or floss after? 🤔🦷

Here's Dr. Parker's honest take: there's no real research proving one order beats the other. Some dentists swear by flossing first, others say after — she's Team Floss-First, but she'll be the first to tell you the order matters way less than you'd think.

Her actual advice? Just do it. Consistency beats perfection every time. 🦷✨

Sports are starting back up ⚽🏈 — and so are the sideline sports drinks. Here's what parents should know:🔻 Sports drinks ...
08/18/2026

Sports are starting back up ⚽🏈 — and so are the sideline sports drinks. Here's what parents should know:
🔻 Sports drinks are acidic AND sugary — a tough combo for enamel
🔻 Sipping throughout practice means teeth are under attack longer
🔻 Enamel softens temporarily after each sip, then hardens again
✅ Water is almost always the better choice for hydration
✅ Save sports drinks for genuinely intense, prolonged activity
Your kiddo's smile will thank you.

Packing lunches again? Here's how to keep it healthy AND tooth-friendly 🥪🍎🟢 Lunchbox wins:🧀 String cheese over fruit sna...
08/16/2026

Packing lunches again? Here's how to keep it healthy AND tooth-friendly 🥪🍎
🟢 Lunchbox wins:
🧀 String cheese over fruit snacks
🍎 Apple slices over dried fruit
🥕 Veggies + hummus over crackers alone
💧 Water over juice pouches
🌰 Nuts/seeds (if allowed at school) over granola bars
Small swaps add up to big wins for growing smiles.

Things we see every day!From quick brushing sessions to sippy cups sneaking in at bedtime, there are a few small habits ...
08/14/2026

Things we see every day!
From quick brushing sessions to sippy cups sneaking in at bedtime, there are a few small habits that come up again and again in our chairs.

Here's what we're seeing (and how to fix it):
🪥 Brushing too fast — set a 2-minute timer and make sure every surface gets a turn
🦷 Skipping the back molars — that's where cavities love to hide
💧 Rinsing toothpaste off instead of spitting — a little fluoride left behind goes a long way
🌙 Sippy cups at bedtime — even milk and juice can pool on teeth overnight
🤝 Sharing spoons & straws — it's sweet, but it passes cavity-causing bacteria along too
👅 Forgetting the tongue — bacteria hides there too, so give it a gentle brush

Small changes, big difference.

Summer bedtimes are officially over 😅 Time for a quick routine reset for back to school!Small habits now = an easier mor...
08/12/2026

Summer bedtimes are officially over 😅 Time for a quick routine reset for back to school!

Small habits now = an easier morning all school year.

Post appointment belly rubs are Flossy’s favorite! 🤭
08/06/2026

Post appointment belly rubs are Flossy’s favorite! 🤭

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