Ask Dr. Clark: Why are regular dental checkups so important during orthodontic treatment?

Thanks for the question! If you’re brushing and flossing on a regular basis, we think that’s wonderful! But, don’t forget that it’s also important to visit Drs. Pamela Clark and Suha Reddy every six months (or as recommended), in addition to brushing your teeth a couple times a day and flossing. Because your dental health is important to us, we'd like to remind you that it's time for your child's examination.

Regular dental checkups are important for maintaining good oral health. Our doctors at Pearland Pediatric Dentistry can:

• Check for problems that might not be seen or felt

• Detect cavities and early signs of decay

• Treat oral health problems early

• Show your child how to brush and floss

During an oral exam Drs. Clark and Reddy will usually check the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks and tongue. Checkups will also include a thorough teeth cleaning and polishing. If you have not been to our Pearland, TX office in the last six months (or as recommended), call us to schedule an appointment. We look forward to seeing you!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Connect with Dr. Clark & Pearland Pediatric Dentistry on Facebook!

At Pearland Pediatric Dentistry, establishing lasting relationships with our patient families, based upon mutual trust and open communication, is very important to us. We strive to teach good oral care that will enable your child to have a beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime.

Even if you visit our office on a regular basis, did you know you can always connect with Dr. Pamela Clark and team on Facebook?

By “Liking” us at Facebook.com/PearlandKidsTeeth, you will receive regular updates and contest announcements from our office – all through your news feed!

See you on Facebook, and have a GREAT holiday weekend!

- The team at Pearland Pediatric Dentistry

Access to your account any day, any time!

Access to your account, whenever you want, wherever you want it. Sounds simple, great and convenient, doesn’t it?

At Pearland Pediatric Dentistry, our patients and their parents have access to their account 24 hours a day, seven days a week—all through our interactive and helpful website. You can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, from the comfort of your own home! And, because we know folks sometimes forget, you can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages!

You, too, can sign up for this convenient service on our website by clicking on the "Patient Login" button at the top of our homepage. Please give us a call if you have any questions about getting started!

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month!

February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and today, Dr. Clark thought she would talk about the need for preventative oral care in kids.

For more than 60 years, the American Dental Association, or ADA, has sponsored National Children's Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. National Children's Dental Health Month began as a one-day event in 1941 in a Cleveland clinic. Forty years later, in 1981, the program was extended to a month-long celebration known today as National Children’s Dental Health Month.

Each February, Drs. Clark and Reddy and thousands of dental professionals focus on the preventive oral care of America's kids. At Pearland Pediatric Dentistry, we want you to remember developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Has your child visited our office the past six months? If not, it’s time to give us a call and schedule an appointment!