Capital Kids Dentistry

02/21/2024

Last minute availability for cleaning appointments this Friday and next Monday!

If interested, call 202-545-7200 to schedule an appointment.

09/14/2022

We know school is back in session, but we have September availability! Call 202-545-7200 for appointments.

10/31/2021

The One Who Invented Trick or Treat by Shel Silverstein. Happy Halloween!

And remember to brush well tonight and all week!👻🎃

08/16/2021

Taking part in sports and rough-and-tumble play can be healthy fun for children, but it can sometimes result in a knocked-out tooth.

This highly-visual, easy-to-follow guide can be printed and posted to refrigerators so family members and babysitters know what to do should a tooth be chipped or knocked out (hint: a glass of milk could come in handy)!

08/14/2021

Being attentive to the health of your baby's teeth is important for proper development and overall health. Baby teeth lost too early can result in crooked permanent teeth, and untreated diseased teeth can affect your child's general health. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/2Fmh7bM

08/12/2021

Tooth sensitivity may be common and easily treated, but when home remedies don't suffice be sure to bring in the professionals. 🦷

08/09/2021

Thumb sucking is fairly common in children, and while it can be harmless to a degree, too much can cause developmental issues in the mouth. Here is one mom's solution to help her son kick the habit.

Frequent and chronic sucking on thumbs, fingers, or pacifiers can cause traumatic changes to a child's bite. Here's what helped one mom's big kid stop thumb-sucking.

08/07/2021

Establishing good habits in childhood can lead to healthy habits in adult life. So when it comes to brushing, think "two"! Kids should brush twice a day (after breakfast, and before bed) for a total of two minutes. Two minutes feel long? Play their favorite two-minute song to pass the time!

08/05/2021

If your children want whiter teeth, be mindful of your approach. Whitening products may not be safe for baby teeth but can be used on adult teeth. When adult teeth first come in, good oral hygiene and whitening toothpaste are fine, but avoid bleaching products until adolescence.

08/02/2021

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

07/31/2021

Did you know the Crocodile Bird is the dentist of the wild?

They fly into the open mouths of crocodiles and clean their teeth!

07/28/2021

Want to get your little one excited about brushing? Try these toothy-tunes!

Have you ever thought about creating your own dental music that will encourage your children to engage in good oral care habits. Read more at Colgate.com