What’s Behind the Increase in Cavities Among Preschoolers?

March 28, 2012 @ 06:14 AM — by Dr. Jacobson

More and more young children are requiring extensive dental work for cavities and other problems. We welcome patients from the UK to our New York practice; we can greatly improve your child's dental health.

Metal vs. Tooth-Colored Fillings for Children

March 28, 2012 @ 06:01 AM — by Dr. Jacobson

An important decision facing parents who have children in need of teeth fillings is whether to use metal or tooth-colored fillings. In this post, our NYC pediatric dentist reviews the differences between these fillings.

Is Teeth Whitening in Children Safe?

August 01, 2011 @ 10:35 AM — by admin
Some children develop stains on their teeth at early ages, which makes some wonder whether or not teeth whitening is a good idea for children. Let’s take a look at this issue right now.

Five Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety in Children

July 16, 2011 @ 05:15 AM — by admin
A child’s first visits to the dentist can be someone anxious for them, but there are steps you can take to make the experience a positive one. Let’s look at five ways to reduce dental anxiety in children.

Traveling Abroad for Pediatric Dentistry

May 19, 2011 @ 05:24 AM — by admin

People that travel abroad for medical care tend to fall into two categories: They are either searching for cheap medical treatments, or they are searching for the best possible health care provider.

Dental Problems that Commonly Affect Children Under Three

May 18, 2011 @ 07:40 AM — by admin

New York pediatric dentist Barry Jacobson reviews some dental problems that commonly affect babies and toddlers.

When Do Baby Teeth Grow?

January 17, 2011 @ 08:28 AM — by admin

Baby teeth serve to prepare a child’s mouth for their full set of adult teeth.  So, when should parents expect baby teeth to grow?

When Do Children Lose Their Baby Teeth?

January 11, 2011 @ 01:27 PM — by Dr. Jacobson
One of the major issues that children face as they grow into adolescence and adulthood is losing their baby teeth and having their permanent teeth grow in. Here we’ll take a look at these issues.

What is Pediatric Dentistry?

January 11, 2011 @ 10:50 AM — by Dr. Jacobson

While it’s easy to figure out what is involved in cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry, many people are not quite sure what is involved in pediatric dentistry. If you have ever wondered, we encourage you to read on for more information.

Pediatric Dentistry and the Unique Needs of Children

October 22, 2010 @ 10:16 AM — by Dr. Jacobson

A pediatric dentist is specially trained and skilled to address the unique dental needs of children.