Innovative Pediatric Dentistry

As a new school year approaches, we know things can get hectic for busy parents. While the start of the year may look a little different this fall, once the homework starts rolling in and parents are juggling work, remote or hybrid learning and, eventually, in-person school, it’s a good idea to get prepared now to ensure the transition is as smooth as possible. To help, the team here at Innovative Pediatric Dentistry is sharing our handy back-to-school checklist for parents.  Read More

We usually share what to do with kids in Naperville throughout the year to give parents ideas for keeping tiny tots, children and teens entertained. While this summer will look a lot different, that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of fun activities you can do with your kids locally or even in your own backyard while practicing social distancing. To help, we’re sharing our annual guide to things to do with kids in Naperville this summer.  Read More

As a Naperville kid’s dentist, we’ve gotten to know a lot of moms and many of our team members are moms themselves. So, we have the inside scoop on the best Chicago mom bloggers. From fashion and lifestyle-focused bloggers to those sharing helpful parenting hacks, we’re highlighting a few of our favorites: Read More

While most of us know that giving our kids tons and tons of candy or cookies is bad for their teeth, it can be easy to overlook drinks and teeth. Yet, beverages can have a big impact on dental health too, particularly when they’re slowly sipped throughout the day, such as when you give a child a sippy cup or water bottle. That’s because then the teeth are constantly being bathed in whatever your child is drinking. As Naperville pediatric dentists, we try to encourage families to limit sugary drinks and stick with smile-friendly options. To help, we’re sharing the best and worst drinks for kids’ teeth. Read More

With schools still closed and playdates temporarily on hold, we know it can be tough to keep kids engaged and entertained. Well, the team at Innovative Pediatric Dentistry is here to help! We’ve rounded up some super fun projects for kids to do at home while you’re social distancing. From DIY experiments to arts and crafts with household items, these ideas will add a little excitement to your child’s day.

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Proper tooth brushing for kids is a key way to prevent cavities and keep smiles healthy. While every kiddo is different, as Naperville pediatric dentists, we know that getting some children to brush their teeth at all can be a challenge, let alone getting them to brush for two full minutes.  Read More

We love pearly whites here at Innovative Pediatric Dentistry. Though, who doesn’t? Teeth are fascinating! After all, they help us chew, speak and, of course, smile. Being a Naperville dentist for kids, we’re experts on all things dental, which is why we thought we’d share some fun and interesting facts about kids’ teeth that you may not have known before. 

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Flossing once daily and brushing twice a day are super important habits for warding off childhood tooth decay and gum disease. Most parents have a pretty good idea about general oral hygiene. Yet, where we get a lot of questions at our Naperville kids’ dentistry practice is surrounding toothpaste. Is fluoride safe for babies? When is it okay to start using toothpaste for kids? Well, we’ve got all of your answers in our guide to choosing the best toothpaste for kids from infancy through the school-aged years. Read More