Name: Childrens Dental World
Address: 6224 Portsmouth Blvd Suite 200, Portsmouth, VA, 23701-1351, US
Telephone: (757) 337-0451

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Best Ways to Prevent Bad Breath
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

Nobody likes bad breath, and although it can sometimes be difficult to tell if you have it, it is always better to practice good oral health than risk having a Read more
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more
Treating a Young, Permanent Tooth Requires a Different Approach
posted: Oct. 31, 2021.

Soon after the primary (baby) teeth begin to give way, the teeth a child will have the rest of their lives start erupting into the mouth. But while they’re permanent, Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
You may Need Orthodontic Treatment Before Obtaining Implants
posted: Oct. 21, 2021.

You have a lot of options for replacing missing teeth, from state-of-the-art dental implants to affordable, but effective partial dentures. But if the teeth in question have been missing for Read more
Brushing Tips for Kids
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

You’re all set for your happy morning and nighttime ritual. You’ve provided your son with his favorite action hero toothbrush and your daughter with her favorite flavored toothpaste. You’ve gotten Read more
What is a crown?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

If you have never had a crown before, you might be wondering why crown treatment is best, what the procedure involves, and which type of crown to choose. Let’s get Read more
Far From a Safer Alternative to Smoking, Vaping Could Ruin Your Oral Health
posted: Oct. 11, 2021.

E-cigarettes have taken the world by storm, especially among younger adults. The reason: the widespread perception that “vaping” is healthier than smoking tobacco.But a deeper look at this wildly popular Read more
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read more
Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
posted: Oct. 01, 2021.

Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year old Read more
Relax with Sedation Dentistry
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

the doctor and our team at Childrens Dental World understand that many of our patients have a fear of dentistry. You may be concerned about experiencing pain from sensitive teeth Read more
I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water, Read more
A Bonded Retainer - Another Option for Keeping Your New, Straight Smile
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

For some, the excitement over their braces coming off gets dampened a bit with the prospect of now having to wear a retainer. But it has to be—newly realigned teeth Read more
What happens during my hygiene appointment?
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

Regular visits to the dentist are important for people of all ages. Seeing the doctor as recommended provides preventive care for oral diseases. If a disease is already present, early Read more
Sleeping in Dentures: Don't Do It!
posted: Sep. 11, 2021.

Maybe you don’t like to be without teeth — ever. Or maybe you get a little forgetful sometimes. Whatever the reason, if you’re wearing your dentures to bed at night, Read more
What was your favorite part of summer?
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team Read more