Dear Patients and Parents, We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all…
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Hi Dr. Lauren, how should I prepare my daughter for her dental visit/dental treatment? Great question and I am glad that this was asked! At our office, we try to…
Hi everyone! I wanted to use this week’s blog to introduce you to a new product on the dental market that advertises its ability to help prevent cavities in children…
Hi Dr. Lauren!!! Quick question, what kind of toothpaste do you recommend for my little one? Hi everyone!!! This is a great question, but with so much information out there,…
When should I bring my child in for their first dental visit? This is a great question! The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that a child’s first dental…
Hi Dr. Lauren! Two-part question: First, do I need to floss my child’s teeth and if so, when should I start flossing my little one’s teeth? When To Start Flossing…
Hi everyone, I’m Dr. Lauren Gutenberg, dental practitioner and owner of two private pediatric dental practices in the Coachella Valley area – Palm Springs and Yucca Valley. Dr. Niethamer, the…
What is Microabrasion? In microabrasion, dentist carefully rub a compound on the teeth to remove superficial stains and discolorations. Why are my child’s teeth discolored? A number of conditions can…
Why Doesn’t My Insurance Pay for This? Having dental insurance or a dental benefit plan can make it easier to get the dental care you need. But most dental benefit…
Now that school is out and summer is finally here, kids often get out of their usual brushing and flossing routine during their fun and exciting long summer days hanging…