How to get your child comfortable with the dentist

Dr. Moore with staff and a patient.

As a child, and even as an adult, it’s common to be nervous about going to the dentist. If your child is facing anxiety about an upcoming trip to the pediatric dentist, I have a few tips to help put them at ease. After years of experience with pediatric patients, I have discovered ways for […]

FOUR WAYS TO BUILD TRUST WITH YOUR CHILD’S DENTIST

It’s crucial to your child’s oral health to form a good relationship with a pediatric dentist. By visiting early (as soon as the first tooth appears or by the first birthday), you will be creating a healthy routine your child will maintain into adolescence and adulthood. The more you work to encourage a friendly, comfortable relationship between your […]

ARE ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS BAD FOR YOUR TEETH?

It is well known that sugar is bad for teeth because of the bacteria it breeds. However, most people are unsure how artificial sweeteners affect teeth. It seems like the better choice because of lower calorie intake, but artificial sweeteners in diet sodas, sports drinks, sugarless gum, and other foods can be detrimental to your children’s teeth. […]

CELEBRATING DENTAL HYGIENE MONTH IN OCTOBER

The month of October as Dental Hygiene Month! In the spirit of Dental Hygiene Month, is sharing reminders and tips for keeping your child’s smile healthy.Dr. David Moore Protecting your kid’s smile In the hustle and bustle of life, it can be easy to let the simple things slip. You may forget about brushing or flossing […]

HOW TO PREVENT YOUR CHILDREN FROM GETTING CAVITIES

There’s more to keeping your child healthy than eating vegetables and getting exercise! Dr. David Moore wants to remind parents that oral hygiene is important, and to not forget about taking care of your kid’s dental health, too. One of the most common illnesses among children is actually tooth decay. Due to a lack of upkeep […]

DR. DAVID MOORE DEBUNKS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY MYTHS

Education is a crucial component of our values at Charlotte Pediatric Dentistry, and being a trusted children’s dentist in Charlotte includes putting any misconceptions about pediatric dentistry to rest. We want our patients to feel informed, confident, and comfortable when visiting the dentist!  Part of dental fear and/or reluctance stems from misinformation or vagueness about […]

DR. DAVID MOORE’S NEW YEAR’S DENTAL HEALTH TIPS

Practicing good dental health habits year-round is essential for your child’s health. With that said, the holidays can take a toll on our routines. Dental health often takes a backseat to sweet treats and holiday hustle and bustle. Dr. David Moore of Charlotte Pediatric Dentistry knows that part of being a trusted Charlotte pediatric dentist means helping children in […]

WHAT’S NEW AT CHARLOTTE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY IN WAVERLY

As a successful Charlotte pediatric dentist, Dr. David Moore recognized the need to expand Charlotte Pediatric Dentistry to further serve families in South Charlotte. Our mission, vision, and core values are to provide unrivaled quality pediatric dental care to the families of Charlotte, which meant the need to expand our practice to serve the needs of a growing community. Parents expressed their […]