See what’s new at our Tampa Bay kids dental clinic and how we’re making a difference in our Tampa Bay community. One kid’s smile at a time.
As the year melts into a new one, you may look back on some of the times you were able to make your kid’s dental experiences more magical and positive. While our Kids Smiles Team is dedicated to giving our patients a fun and playful experience when you visit us twice a year, there’s still …
Does your child experience dental anxiety before appointments? Nitrous oxide, sometimes called “happy gas” or “laughing gas” can be administered to help curb your child’s anxiety without putting them to sleep. At Kids Smiles, we’re proud to be a pediatric dentist providing nitrous oxide to make children feel more comfortable during routine exams or treatments. …
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The best method to prevent tooth decay in children is through commitment to good health—oral health and nutritional health! Ideally, children should brush their teeth at least twice a day and follow a healthy, balanced diet to prevent tooth decay. Attending regular dental check-ups is also a critical part of good oral health! Frequent exams …
Supporting our community is incredibly important to us! We’re always looking for ways to give back. We have donated $2,000 to support the “Gathering Together” gala, organized by St. Lawrence Catholic School. “Gathering Together” is St. Lawrence’s largest fundraising event. This year, the school is raising money to pay for the new installation of a …
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We care about you! You and your child’s safety is of the utmost importance to us. We continue to take the Coronavirus seriously, and we are going above and beyond to do our part in stopping the spread! Our team is focusing on the health and safety of our patients, our staff, and …
Dr. Frank Sierra shares some timely information on Fluoride in light of an upcoming vote in Brooksville, FL. I was reminded by a friend of a situation that the City of Brooksville, FL is having regarding Fluoride in their water supply. It seems like a great opportunity to share one of the news …
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Recently The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned parents about the dangers of using teething products that contain the popular numbing agent benzocaine. We are sharing the news here, as it is important for parents and family of teething children to know. The FDA informs that benzocaine can have a rare, but serious side effect …
Pregnancy causes a range of hormonal changes in a woman’s body. These hormonal effects can lead to some dental health problems, such as the increased risk of tooth decay, gingivitis (inflammation of the gums), and enamel damage from pregnancy-related vomiting. There are several things that you can do to protect your oral health during pregnancy. …
On May 22, 2017 The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued new recommendations on the appropriate consumption of fruit juice for infants, toddlers, and adolescents. The most significant guideline is that parents should avoid fruit juice for children under one year of age. The previous guideline was avoidance under 6 months. The concern for the …
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Tampa native, Dr. Frank Sierra and staff have joined our growing team at Kids Smiles Pediatric Dentistry. Since 1994, Sierra Pediatric Dentistry and Laser Center has been treating pediatric patients at 6323 Memorial Hwy, Tampa, FL 33615. They are now our pediatric dental partner, and our newest Kids Smiles location. Dr. Sierra graduated from The …
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