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Braces or Clear Aligners for Teens? How to Choose

Posted

8/27/26

Braces vs. clear aligners for teens: how the two compare on results, compliance, hygiene, sports, and daily life — and how to tell which one fits your teenager.

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Filling, Crown, or Silver Diamine Fluoride? Cavity Treatment Options for Kids

Posted

8/19/26

How pediatric dentists choose between a filling, a crown, silver diamine fluoride, a pulpotomy, or an extraction when a child has a cavity — and what each one involves.

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How Often Do Kids Need Dental Cleanings and Exams?

Posted

8/11/26

How often kids need dental cleanings and exams, why every six months is the starting point, which children need to come in more often, and what happens at a visit.

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My Child Knocked Out a Tooth: What to Do (Pediatric Dental Emergency Guide)

Posted

7/30/26

A pediatric dental emergency guide to knocked-out teeth: the first 30 minutes, how to store a permanent tooth, baby vs. permanent tooth differences, and when to call.

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Phase 1 Orthodontics Explained: Does My Child Need Early Treatment?

Posted

7/20/26

Learn what Phase 1 orthodontics is, how early interceptive treatment works, which kids benefit, costs, and how it compares to waiting for braces.

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When Should My Child's First Dental Visit Be? A Parent's Timeline

Posted

7/10/26

Learn when your child's first dental visit should happen, what to expect at each age, and how early checkups prevent cavities and catch bite issues sooner.

Welcome to Encinitas Pediatric Dentistry & Adults!

Posted

5/2/23

At Encinitas Pediatric Dentistry & Adults, we are proud to have a whole team of specialists and skilled providers ready to serve your unique needs. Dr. Spencer, Dr. Arielle, and the rest of the team have extensive educational backgrounds, and decades of combined...