Welcome to National Tooth Fairy Day! As a day dedicated to celebrating the magical Tooth Fairy and her special role in childhood dental health, it’s the perfect opportunity to engage with our little patients and their families. At Champagne Pediatric Dentistry, we’re excited to share some fun and educational content to make this day memorable and to emphasize the importance ..read more

Summer is here, and that means vacation time! Whether you’re traveling to the beach, camping in the mountains or just enjoying a staycation at home, it’s important to keep your dental health in mind. In this blog post, we’ll share some tips on how to maintain your oral hygiene routine while on vacation and how to handle any dental emergencies ..read more

May is not only a time for blooming flowers and warmer weather; it's also Mental Health Awareness Month, a crucial period dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of mental health issues. While the focus typically revolves around discussions of depression, anxiety, and other psychological conditions, it's essential to recognize that mental health is interconnected with various aspects of our well-being ..read more

As April unfolds, we stand united in observance of the 25th Annual Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to shine a spotlight on a silent yet devastating disease. Did you know that every hour, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, someone succumbs to oral or oropharyngeal cancer? Despite its alarming prevalence, early detection remains our most potent ..read more

March holds a special place in our hearts at Champagne Pediatric Dentistry as we commemorate Dentist Day on March 6th and honor Dental Assistants Recognition Week from March 4th to March 8th. These meaningful occasions allow us to shine a spotlight on the remarkable individual who is the driving force behind our practice – our exceptional pediatric dentist. Meet Our ..read more

February brings with it not only the spirit of love on Valentine's Day but also a dedicated focus on the oral health of our little ones. National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM) is a crucial opportunity to shine a spotlight on the importance of maintaining healthy smiles from a young age. Join us in this journey as we explore the ..read more

Every parent knows it’s a great feeling to see your child smile—but those precious smiles need to be cared for! Children’s dental health is an important part of their developmental process, and forming good oral care habits starts much earlier than many parents might realize. Proper kids’ dental care is crucial to forming strong, healthy teeth, as well as preventing ..read more

Sports are a formative aspect of many young children’s lives, providing a time when they can exercise, hang out with friends, and engage in a potentially lifelong hobby. However, it’s also true that a significant number of pediatric dental emergencies happen while playing sports, with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry estimating that sports accidents account for 10 to 39 ..read more

It’s an unfortunate fact of life, but pediatric dental emergencies are common in children. One of the more uncommon types of dental emergency/injury, however, is called a tooth extrusion, where a permanent tooth becomes dislodged from the structures holding it in place but does not fully vacate the socket. When a tooth extrusion happens, it’s vital to find care quickly ..read more

Most cuts and bruises on the upper lips happen from falls. The most typical lip injury is a tear of the skin attaching the upper lip to the gum. Cuts on the lower lip usually result from catching the lip between teeth during a fall, which can sometimes—but very rarely—completely penetrate the skin below the bottom lip. Because of the ..read more