Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

Clinical pediatric dentistry resources for referring dentists, including prevention evidence, MIH management, pediatric pulp therapy, orthodontic development, RME, TMD, and caries management.

Preventative CarenHAP Toothpaste vs Fluoride: Evidence BriefPromising, not yet fluoride-level settled. The best nHAP toothpaste studies usually find hydroxyapatite non-inferior to fluoride for early lesion remineralization or short-term caries outcomes. The catch: fluoride has de

ArticleCan Cavities Be StoppedThe good news: cavities are not inevitable. Tooth decay is a dynamic process that can be slowed, stopped, and even reversed — especially in its early stages. Here's what you can do at home and at the dental office to tip

Clinical ProtocolManaging Molar-Incisor HypomineralizationA practical clinical protocol for anesthesia, adhesive bonding, restorative materials, desensitization, and extraction planning in pediatric patients with molar-incisor hypomineralization.

ArticlePalatally Displaced CaninesPalatally displaced canines (PDC) are one of the most common dental eruption problems in children. When caught early, a simple interceptive approach — guided by panoramic X-ray measurements — can often redirect the canin

ArticlePulp Therapy in Primary & Permanent TeethMTA and Biodentine have replaced older materials as the preferred agents for pulp therapy in both primary and permanent teeth. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of current technique recommendations for pulpotomies and pulp

ArticleRapid Maxillary Expansion (RME)RME is most effective when started early — ideally between ages 8 and 10 — before the midpalatal suture begins to fuse. Here's a practical breakdown of the biology, appliance options, and treatment protocols that guide o

ArticleTemporomandibular Disorders (TMD)The understanding of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) has shifted dramatically — away from blaming the bite and toward a broader picture that includes muscles, psychology, and lifestyle. Here's what the current evidence