Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

09/04/2026

A little Hazelwood moment with Dr. Zay ☺️

we’re so happy to have her at our Hazelwood office and love seeing all the sweet connections she’s making with our patients 🫶🦷

09/03/2026

🎉It's time to celebrate our September birthdays! 🎂🥳Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Allison, Claire, Niki, Samantha, and Dr. James!🎈

Thank you for all you do to care for our patients, support your teams, and bring positivity to our offices every day. We are so lucky to have each of you as part of our Little Smiles team 💙

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

Today Dr. Corey’s kiddos came in for a checkup and got to do the No Cavity Dance with Dr. James! 🕺🦷

Great job, Graham & Grace!

08/31/2026

Our Dardenne Prairie office will be closed for construction from August 31–September 11. We’ll reopen on Monday, September 14! 🦷

We’re excited to refresh our space and make it as comfortable as possible for our patients and their families. 💙 Thank you for your patience!

Our phone lines will remain open during this time. ☎

08/27/2026

POV: Our tiny patients are hitting major milestones 🥹🦷

We truly love being part of your kids’ lives! We love celebrating the milestones and watching them grow, and hearing all the sweet life updates along the way!

It’s so much more than just a chair.... 💙💚

08/24/2026

Baby teeth aren’t “just baby teeth.” 🦷👶 They may not be permanent, but they’re doing some very important work while they’re here.

🍏 They help kids eat & get proper nutrition

Healthy teeth help children chew a wide variety of foods. Cavities or tooth pain can make eating uncomfortable and cause kids to avoid certain foods.

🦷 They save space for adult teeth

Baby teeth act as placeholders for permanent teeth. Losing one too early because of decay or infection can allow neighboring teeth to shift into that space, increasing the risk of crowding and orthodontic problems.

🦴 They support healthy jaw development

Teeth and normal chewing play an important role in the development of the jaws and surrounding facial structures.

🧭 They help guide permanent teeth

Baby teeth essentially act as “pathfinders,” helping permanent teeth erupt into their proper positions.

⚠️ Yes, baby teeth can get cavities and those cavities matter.

Untreated decay can cause pain and infection. In some cases, infection in a baby tooth can even affect the developing permanent tooth underneath it.

😴 They affect more than just a smile

Dental pain can interfere with sleep, eating, school, concentration, mood, and a child’s overall quality of life.

So when someone says, “They’re just baby teeth, they’re going to fall out anyway”…

Remember: They have an important job to do before they do. 🦷💙

Taking care of baby teeth is taking care of the permanent smile growing underneath them. 😃

08/21/2026

🎉 Happy 3-Year Work Anniversary to our amazing Clinical Supervisor, Sarah! 🎉

For the past three years, she’s been someone our teams can always count on. Thank you for sharing your clinical expertise, always being willing to lend a helping hand, bringing so much fun and positivity to the office, and supporting both our teams and our patients every day 💙 💚

08/20/2026

A little reminder for those growing smiles from Dr. James 🪥😁

Brush twice a day for 2 minutes, floss once a day, visit the dentist twice a year. You know the vibes. 🫶

08/04/2026

Does this look familiar? If your child has two rows of teeth, you’re likely seeing what we call “shark teeth,” and don't worry, it’s more common than you might think!

This happens when permanent teeth begin to come in before the baby teeth have fallen out, creating that “shark teeth” look 🦈While it may look a little surprising, it’s usually a normal part of growing smiles!

In most cases, the baby teeth will loosen and fall out on their own. If they don't, or if you have any concerns, it’s a good idea to schedule a dental visit to make sure everything is developing as it should.

Our team is here to help!

📍 Dardenne Prairie | ☎️ 636-379-1171
📍 Hazelwood | ☎️ 314-731-1688
📍 Washington | ☎️ 636-238-3520