Laleh Vakili, DMD

Common Pediatric Dental Issues and How to Address Them Ensuring your child’s oral health is essential to their well-being and development. While focusing on milestones like your child’s first steps or words is natural, dental health should not be overlooked. Some problems that seem minor or a normal part of growing up can lead to […]

Five Back-to-School Tips for Healthy Teeth It’s back-to-school time! You’re undoubtedly rushing around getting school clothes, backpacks, the required art and classroom supplies, and arranging school activities and packed schedules. In the rush of all things school-related, remember that your child’s dental health must be protected even when rushing around if you don’t want to […]

Childhood Nutrition and Its Impact on Dental Health Good oral hygiene habits are the foundations of dental health for children, but good nutrition is also crucial. Keeping teeth healthy and strong requires the proper nutrients to strengthen them and help protect against decay. Kids should also avoid some foods to prevent cavities and gum disease. […]

Teaching Kids Good Oral Hygiene Habits: A Guide for Parents Establishing good oral hygiene habits in your children can ensure they continue properly caring for their teeth as they grow older. Children who practice good dental care routines as toddlers are more likely to take care of their teeth properly as teens and into adulthood. […]

Children’s Dental Health Month Every year, the American Dental Association celebrates Children’s Dental Health Month in February. During these four weeks, dental professionals and educators focus on promoting the benefits of practicing good oral hygiene to children, parents, caregivers, teachers, and others. Drs. Vakili or Lam encourages involving the whole family in proper oral hygiene […]

What You Need to Know About Tooth Sensitivity in Children Although tooth sensitivity is more common in adults, children can also develop sensitivity to hot, cold, or pressure on the teeth. Tooth sensitivity may not be the same as a toothache caused by a cavity, but the conditions can overlap. Any time your child complains […]

Minimizing Teeth Damage from Halloween Candy Halloween is just around the corner, and your kids are excited about trick-or-treating for all those delicious, sugary snacks given out by friends and neighbors. As parents, you are undoubtedly concerned about the damage all those treats can do to your child’s teeth. It’s a valid concern because your […]

Oral Health Exam: Why It’s Important to See the Doctor Early and Why California Requires It The importance of an oral health exam to protect your oral and overall health can’t be understated. Your child should be seen by a pediatric dentist soon after their first birthday or when their first baby tooth emerges. Why […]

How to Select Better Halloween Candy for Teeth: Best vs. Worst Candy 2022 Halloween is right around the corner, and cavities are soon to follow unless you know how to select the best candy for your dental health. The scariest part of Halloween isn’t the fake ghosts and monsters; it’s the monstrous damage to your […]

Habits for Healthy Teeth: Back to School Tips for Healthy Smiles in 2022 The 2022 school year is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to go back to school than with a beautiful smile of healthy teeth. But the shift from summer vacation to the school year also means changing daily routines, […]