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

As children are growing up, discomfort in the roof of the mouth can be a common oral health issue. Several factors can cause these symptoms, including infections, allergies, sores, orthodontic problems, and trauma, and understanding the causes is important to provide proper care and prevent further complications. How Should a Healthy Mouth Roof Look? A healthy upper mouth, also called ..read more

Dental emergencies can be frightening for both children and parents, but it's important to be prepared and know what to do in the event of an emergency. Dental emergencies can be unpredictable and often occur when you least expect them. Understanding the different types of dental emergencies can help you better handle the situation and provide the necessary care to ..read more

As a dental care provider committed to our patients wellbeing, we are excited to share a significant advancement in our practice––the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) software from Pearl. Pearl is an innovative AI platform, acclaimed for its accuracy and cleared by multiple international regulatory bodies, including the FDA. This groundbreaking technology aids us in reading your dental x-rays with ..read more