Castle Rock Smiles Blog

When you’re looking for children’s dentist in Castle Pines that understands how to work with special needs children, look no further. Dr. Layne Benzley knows that kids already don’t typically enjoy visiting their dentist, especially if they become extremely apprehensive in new environments. Great, comfortable kid’s dentistry doesn’t just mean having pretty purple elephants posted on the walls and TV’s in every corner. Often times, special needs kids could experience a sensory overload. Castle Rock Smiles offers three forms of safe sedation to make it easier for your child to receive the dental care they need and deserve.

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We all want our children to be cavity free, but statistics show that our parents may need some assistance with their family’s dental health. Cavities are the gateway to tooth decay. Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in the United States—five more times common than even asthma. Unlike asthma, tooth decay and cavities can be prevented! Your children’s dentist in Castle Pines wants to help parents and caregivers brush up on the basics of keeping your little one’s mouth healthy and happy at each stage of their lives. We have also included some tips to make brushing fun again!

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Dr. Layne Benzley, children’s dentist in Castle Pines, warns parents that tooth decay threatens the oral health of their children. Despite modern dental techniques, a wide availability of dental products and education in schools, youngsters get plenty of cavities. Flossing is a simple, yet very important, tool to combat decay and gum disease. Learn the basics of this preventive practice and what else you can do to keep children’s smiles strong and bright.

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Despite many parents’ advice, your life has actually gotten much simpler after you’ve had a child. These days, whenever you think you’ve misplaced something, there’s a high likelihood that it’s in your child’s mouth. They’re obviously teething, and it has you thinking, “Is it time for them to go to the dentist?” This is a very common question, and your children’s dentist in Castle Rock, Dr. Layne Benzley, is going to answer it, and let you know what to expect on their first visit. (more…)

The wild modern dance routine that is feeding your child in their highchair has commenced. Your only choice is whether the spoon is going to be a train or a plane. As it swoops around their head and they laugh, you notice something. One of their bottom teeth is starting to show. This gets you thinking, “When should I take them to the dentist?” Should you wait for the tooth to come in? How about until they all do? Dr. Layne Benzley, your children’s dentist in Castle Rock, tells you everything you need to know about your child’s first dental visit. (more…)