Have you heard of Pediatric Dental Group? For nearly 50 years, our pediatric dentistry center has kept children's smiles clean and healthy, making a household name for ourselves with our friendly service and top-notch dental care. If you need a dentist for your kids in Honolulu or Liheu, look no further than Pediatric Dental Group.

How often should your child get fluoride treatments? According to the American Dental Association (ADA), children should receive topical fluoride treatments from their family dentist two times a year, unless instructed otherwise by their doctor. If you've always wanted to know why dentists administer fluoride treatments, check out what fluoride can do for your kids' teeth, brought to you by the Pediatric Dentist Group:

• Protects teeth. As your child's primary and permanent teeth come in, fluoride promotes a healthy mouth by strengthening teeth from the root all the way up to the enamel.
• Reduces sensitivity. For children with sensitive teeth, fluoride has been proven to decrease pain and ease discomfort.
• Prevents decay. Whether your children suffer from dry mouth conditions or gum disease, professional fluoride treatments have been shown to decrease the risk of cavities.
• Fights gum disease. As your kids get older, reduce the risk of gingivitis and periodontitis with regular fluoride treatments to fight off unwanted bacteria.
• Reduces risk of cavities. For patients with crowns, bridges or braces, regular fluoride treatments provide additional protection around these hard-to-brush areas.

If you have any questions about fluoride treatment or the overall health of your children's teeth, contact Pediatric Dental Group today by calling (808) 593-8828 at our Honolulu office, or (808) 245-2131 at our Lihue office. Visit them online for more information.