Many have been wondering what things look like at the office since we returned from our time off in the Spring. We were very excited to return to see our friends and teammates and we are doing everything we can to make your visit safe and fun. Here are a few things you might […]
Dr. Danen Sjostrom is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist in Albuquerque, NM providing compassionate, individual dental care for infants, kids, teens, and children with special needs.
COVID-19 Update
Our office is currently closed until further notice due to COVID-19. Appointments scheduled March 17 to April 30 will be re-scheduled when we return to the office. We are anxious to get back to work and seeing all our of wonderful patients and will do so as soon as we are authorized to do so […]
Sweet Kid, Sour Breath
Not many things smell sweeter than a freshly bathed baby, so how in the world does that baby grow into a toddler or child with bad breath? We usually associate bad breath, aka halitosis, in scientific terms and more commonly with adults. Surprisingly, bad breath arises fairly often in children for a number of reasons […]
My Child Has a Discolored Tooth
As parents, we find joy in seeing our children smile. When you notice one or more discolored teeth in your child’s smile, that joy can quickly turn to concern. Tooth discoloration can happen to both primary and permanent teeth. Usually it’s only a cosmetic issue, but sometimes discolored teeth indicate a more serious problem. These […]
A Bedtime Routine to Last a Lifetime
Is it a battle to get your children to brush their teeth? Do brushing and flossing happen only when you remember to tell them to do it? Do you ever skip it for the sake of some peace and quiet? If you are reading this, you probably have experienced at least one of these three […]
The Impact of Wisdom Teeth
In the late teen years and long after most of your child’s permanent teeth have come in, the third molar, AKA wisdom teeth, will begin to emerge. While the wisdom teeth may fit neatly into place for some people, in other people they are either misaligned or impacted. If that occurs, it is usually recommend […]
When to Give Up the Baby Bottle
As a new or expectant parent, you may have heard the term “bottle rot” or “baby bottle tooth decay.” We typically think of babies’ bottles as a source of nourishment and growth however, they can also be the source of serious tooth decay if not used properly―or if your baby clings to the bottle beyond the […]
Touching Teeth = Time to Floss
Flossing is an important tool for children as much as it is with adults for preventing cavities between teeth, removing plaque between teeth, and keeping things clean below the gum line. Children may need to begin flossing as early as two or three years of age. Primary (baby) teeth often have space between them in which […]
New Year Resolution : Quit Thumb Sucking
The coming of the New Year brings resolving to break bad habits. Is your child’s thumb-sucking habit on that list? If only it were that easy! Most children who suck their thumbs (or fingers) as infants stop on their own by the time they turn 5 years old. Generally, thumb-sucking’s impact on mouth growth and […]
Mouthguards: Protecting Your Child’s Smile
Have you ever wished you could bottle up some of your child’s energy and save it for yourself? If so, you are not alone. Kids are full of energy and like to try new things. They also don’t know the dangers associated with combining their energy and trying new things. We’ve all heard stories about […]
