THE EXCITEMENT OF LOSING a tooth and waiting for the Tooth Fairy to come is something almost every child looks forward to, but how can parents make sure this rite of passage lives up to the hype? If you’ve been looking for ways to improve your
Pediatric Dentistry
To get information about pediatric dentistry in Scottsdale, AZ, browse our articles to learn about dental issues relevant to your child and the services available for children at the office of Dr. Judy Huey DDS. From your child's first tooth all the way through wisdom teeth, Dr. Judy can help with your pediatric dental needs. If you would like to come in for a consultation or appointment, fill out the form on the right, or call us at (480) 767-0132.
EVEN THOUGH WE ALL know how important it is to go to the dentist, dental anxiety can make many people avoid crucial dental checkups. For some, dental anxiety starts in childhood and lasts a lifetime. How can we help our children start out with a positive
WE ALL REMEMBER what it was like to be children with loose teeth. For some, this was a pretty stressful time, while others found ways to speed up the process so they could get those Tooth Fairy payouts faster. No matter what, though, the prospect of
AS MANY PARENTS KNOW when your child comes home from school, they often run straight for the kitchen! We understand that kids can be a bit hungry after a long day in the classroom and we want to help you provide snacks that won’t
YOU MIGHT THINK that baby teeth don’t matter because “they’re just going to fall out anyway,” but think again! There are a lot of myths about baby teeth out there, so we’re going to set the record straight: here’s a list of the top four baby teeth
February is National Children’s Dental Health month. Take notes, tired parents! If you’ve all but emptied your bag of tricks to get your little one to brush and floss regularly, there are still a few more cards you can put up your sleeve to help
GOOD NUTRITION IS ESSENTIAL for a child’s healthy growth and development. It’s also important for their dental health! A good diet can help your child build strong, healthy teeth, while poor eating habits puts your child at a higher risk of tooth decay. You may understand how
Parents, in particular, want to know: does DNA predetermine dental health? It’s the classic nature vs. nurture question that get asked often, but the answer doesn’t simply boil down to one or the other. The scary truth is that many dental problems are indeed “inherited”-
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is one of the most common sleep disorders. Breathing is impaired or completely stopped because of an obstruction in the upper airway. A single event lasts at least 10 seconds. A typical sufferer has hundreds of events a night. Physical Signs
While we all know that large amounts of candy isn’t the greatest choice for your kid’s dental health, Scottsdale dentist, Dr. Judy Huey DDS, shares her top 10 surprising culprits of tooth decay in children. 1. Gummy Vitamins (Photo by David O’Hare / CC BY)