Children's Primary Dental Care | Blog in Chula Vista

When should my child start using toothpaste and how much should I use?
posted: Apr. 23, 2025.

As a parent, it is your job to instill good dental habits in your kids, and this starts even earlier than you might realize. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Read more
Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2025.

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
What kind of toothbrush and toothpaste should my child use?
posted: Apr. 09, 2025.

the doctor and our team know that as a parent, you want your child to be as healthy as possible. By now, you probably know that your son or daughter’s Read more
Educational and Entertaining Enamel Experiments
posted: Apr. 02, 2025.

Let’s talk about the science of our teeth for a moment. Our enamel has a very high mineral content, making it extremely strong. In fact, enamel just happens to be Read more
How often does my child need to see the dentist?
posted: Mar. 26, 2025.

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, checkups at Children's Primary Dental Care 1 are recommended for all children two times a year. Children should be evaluated for cavities Read more
Ways to Make Brushing Fun for Your Child
posted: Mar. 19, 2025.

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, your child should visit a dentist, like the doctor, when his or her first tooth pops through the gum, or by time Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 12, 2025.

Millions of people, around Chula Vista, California and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more
March is National Nutrition Month!
posted: Mar. 05, 2025.

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read more
The Thumb-Sucking Habit
posted: Feb. 26, 2025.

At Children's Primary Dental Care 1, we are often asked “should I be concerned with my child’s thumb sucking?” So, our team thought we’d share what our thoughts are on Read more
How safe are dental X-rays?
posted: Feb. 19, 2025.

the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real Read more
Mamelons
posted: Feb. 12, 2025.

Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There Read more
Looking Out for Your Furry Friend
posted: Feb. 05, 2025.

The grownups in your life help you with your dental care. After all, good dental health makes your life happier. Your teeth and gums feel great. You can eat crunchy Read more
When a Baby Tooth Shouldn’t Wait for the Tooth Fairy
posted: Jan. 29, 2025.

Children’s baby teeth generally start to fall out when the adult teeth underneath them are ready to arrive. Visits from the Tooth Fairy begin around the age of six, and Read more
Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling
posted: Jan. 22, 2025.

Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year lets us keep an eye out for any developing issues. Read more
When do children usually lose their baby teeth?
posted: Jan. 15, 2025.

Many parents worry that their children’s teeth are not falling out on time. A lot of concerned parents want to know: When will my child lose his or her first Read more
Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
posted: Jan. 08, 2025.

Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break Read more