Dental Health

The Americans with Disabilities Act defines disability as a “physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.” (Specific examples of major life activities addressed by the ADA include functions such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing and learning.) Disabilities may be congenital (present […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least 40 Americans die from prescription opioid overdoses every day. As the opioid crisis grows, so does our expanded public knowledge—such as the realization that addiction to this family of drugs often begins with an innocent prescription. Many teens first experience opioids when a […]

Today, Grass Valley and Lincoln pediatric dentist Dr. Michelle Kucera wants to give teens the bottom line about tobacco use: there is no such thing as a “safe” or “safer” tobacco product. Every tobacco product contains nicotine in varying amounts—and not only is nicotine addictive, but it can also harm the brain. (Many people don’t […]

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 […]

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.

We don’t allow our child to eat much sugar. Why does he have so many cavities?

If your child’s Pediatrician or Pediatric Dentist has recommended a Frenectomy it’s likely you want more information so you can make an educated decision about his or her care.

Let’s explore Frenectomies – what they are, the reason they can be necessary, the types which may be recommended, and the risks involved.

Learn more about Sleep Apnea in children – the symptoms, causes and treatments.

We all suffer from bad breath at times – and your child is no exception. Here are some of the causes, and solutions.

Your child has a cavity. Is the dental drill a foregone conclusion? Not necessarily. Silver Diamine Fluoride, sold under the brand name Advantage Arrest™ manufactured by Elevate Oral Care, does a great job of arresting dental caries. History Silver Diamine Fluoride (referred to as SDF) is an antimicrobial liquid which has been proven effective in […]