October 26, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Is Ectopic Eruption in Kids? Signs Parents May Notice
Children’s teeth do not always erupt in a perfectly predictable...
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October 16, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Is a Dental Midline Shift in Children? Understanding This Common Alignment Issue
A child’s smile can change significantly as baby teeth fall...
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October 12, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Are Rotated Teeth? Understanding Why Some Children’s Teeth Twist as They Grow
As children’s permanent teeth begin replacing their baby teeth, parents...
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September 30, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Is Tongue Tie in Children? Understanding This Common Oral Condition
Parents may notice that their child has difficulty moving their...
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September 25, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
Narrow Palate in Children: What Parents Should Know
Parents may sometimes notice that their child has crowded teeth,...
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September 15, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
Delayed Tooth Eruption in Children: When Should Parents Worry?
Parents often have a general idea of when their child’s...
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September 1, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Is an Edge-to-Edge Bite? Understanding This Bite Problem in Children
Children’s teeth change significantly as they grow. Baby teeth gradually...
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August 26, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
Thumb Sucking After Age 4: When Should Parents Start to Worry?
Thumb sucking is one of the most common soothing habits...
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August 17, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
Deep Bite vs. Overbite: What’s the Difference and Does It Matter?
Many parents hear terms like overbite, deep bite, overjet, or...
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August 11, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Is an Underbite? Understanding This Common Bite Problem in Children
As children grow, their teeth and jaws develop together to...
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July 29, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Is Dental Crowding in Kids? Causes, Signs, and When to Seek Treatment
As your child’s smile develops, you may notice that some...
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July 22, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
Overjet vs. Overbite: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter for Your Child?
As a parent, you may notice that your child’s front...
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July 16, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Is a Crossbite? Understanding This Common Bite Problem in Children
As parents, it’s natural to pay close attention to your...
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June 30, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
What Is a Scissor Bite? Understanding One of the Rarest Bite Problems in Children
Most parents are familiar with common orthodontic issues such as...
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June 16, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
5 Real Dental Emergencies We’ve Seen at Welcome Kids Dental (and What Happened Next)
Most dental emergencies don’t begin as emergencies. A tiny cavity...
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June 1, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
Swollen Gum or Dental Abscess in Kids? Signs It’s a Dental Emergency
A swollen gum in a child may seem like a...
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May 21, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
No Drilling, No Pain: The Cavity Treatment Most Parents Don’t Know About
For many parents, hearing the word “cavity” instantly brings up...
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May 12, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
Tooth Sensitivity in Kids: Causes, Signs, and What Parents Should Do
It’s not uncommon for parents to hear their child say,...
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April 28, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
How Open Bite Affects Your Child’s Speech, Eating, and Smile
As parents, it’s easy to focus on visible dental issues,...
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April 16, 2026
Dr. Mark Tavakoli
The Hidden Signs of Gum Disease in Kids Most Parents Miss
When parents think about dental problems in children, cavities...
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