Sports Dental Injury

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Sports Injuries Overview What do the following things have in common? A ball A bat A hard surface (the hard bottom of a swimming pool or pavement) A knee or elbow This short list includes all of the possible objects that could lead to
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Toothaches

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Toothaches Toothaches are no joke.  If your child experiences toothache, this may indicate serious problems.  Please, call my office to make an appointment so we may reserve the most convenient time for an appointment.  If toothaches are left untreated, more serious problems may occur.
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Canker Sores/Cold Sores

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Canker Sores/Cold Sores There is difference between cold sores and canker sores (also known as RAU, or aphthous ulcers).  Unlike cold sores that grow outside of the mouth (usually on the lip), canker sores grow inside of the mouth. Canker sores are tiny ulcers
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Bulimia Nervosa

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Bulimia Nervosa Estimates show that out of 100,000 people, 14 suffer from bulimia nervosa.  This eating disorder mainly affects women and adolescents.  If left untreated, your child could develop serious problems with their teeth.  Statistics show that one third of people who suffer from
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Pacifiers/Thumb and Finger Sucking

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Pacifiers and Thumb and Finger Sucking After the age of four, I recommend that you wean your child off of pacifiers, and thumb sucking.  If not, your child could develop grave problems such as bite problems, and crooked and overcrowded teeth. Teething occurs in
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Jaw Disorders/TMD

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Jaw disorders/TMD The term TMJ (temporomandibular joint) refers to our jaw.  This joint connects the mandible, or lower jaw, to the temporal bones, or side bones on our head.  This highly flexible joint allows for smooth movement of our jaw, enabling us to talk,
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Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) Bruxism is the clinical term for teeth grinding and it is often viewed as an annoying and harmless habit.  In reality, most children and adults develop bruxism because of unbearable anxiety and stress. Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is a
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Oral Cancer

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Oral Cancer Oral cancer is one of the most lethal caners, and it also has one of the lowest survival rates.  Less than half of all the people who are diagnose with oral cancer are ever fully cured. There are several complications due to
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Sensitive Teeth

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Sensitive Teeth People who suffer from sensitive teeth feel pain when they drink or eat cold and hot foods, an even breathing in puffs of air can cause pain and discomfort. Causes for sensitive teeth can include an abscessed tooth or an unnoticed cavity. 
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Fluorosis

By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Fluorosis Fluorosis is a medical condition where your body is exposed to high levels of fluoride.  In regular doses of fluoride (such as the regulated amounts in ADA-approved toothpaste and fluoride found in the drinking water system), fluoride is a safe and healthy for
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