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As a parent, you will have numerous opportunities to teach your children valuable skills and each one will yield priceless memories. Your child’s first step, your child’s first word, your child’s first bike ride, your child’s first unassisted brushing and flossing session…well, maybe that last one won’t be as memorable, but Lincoln and Grass Valley […]

Is Sedation Safe for Kids? Sedation dentistry for clients of all ages has steadily gained popularity in recent years due to its effectiveness reducing anxiety during dental treatments. Pediatric dentists—who train for two or three additional years to learn safe sedation techniques—may suggest sedation for children who have difficulty staying still, elevated stress levels, strong […]

If your child’s permanent adult teeth haven’t emerged in a timely manner, you may wonder if there is a reason to worry. Grass Valley and Lincoln pediatric dentist Caring Tree Children’s Dentistry would like to share a few possible reasons permanent adult teeth can be delayed. Is There Enough Space for the New Teeth to Grow? […]

Breakfast is always being touted as the most important meal of the day—and for good reason! It’s important for Lincoln and Grass Valley families to kickstart their day with nutrients that will help them power through school, work, socializing, sports, homework… does anyone else feel exhausted just thinking about it all? The right foods in […]

A trip to the dentist should be a pleasant experience. That’s what we want for our kids: happy associations with that twice annual visit to Dr. Kucera. Nothing ruins the good feeling at a dental visit faster than the dreaded words, “I found a cavity.” A cavity in a baby tooth is bad news, but […]

Grass Valley and Lincoln pediatric dentist Caring Tree Children’s Dentistry knows parents work hard to prioritize their child’s health and happiness, and you can count on us to do the same.

It’s easy to think that baby teeth aren’t that important. They make their grand entrance (however painfully) and leave your baby’s mouth soon thereafter. But your baby’s oral health is very important, both in the present and to set the stage for a lifetime of health. Grass Valley and Lincoln pediatric dentist Dr. Michelle Kucera […]

Does your child play sports? Grass Valley and Lincoln pediatric dentist Dr. Michelle Kucera has some important information to share with you about mouthguards and how they protect your child’s teeth on and off the field.

Kids are constantly growing and changing, and their mouths are no exception! Throughout childhood, kids lose their baby teeth, gain adult teeth, and begin to take ownership of their own oral health. From brushing to braces to practicing their smile, oral health is important for every kid at every stage. We know you love to […]

You may think being exhausted simply comes with the territory of being a parent (and it does), but there may also be a serious medical condition causing your child to wake up often throughout the night – sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is most commonly found in adults, but can also, in rare cases affect children. […]