Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start to summer, which means it’s almost time for family vacations, BBQs, and summer fun! Be sure to catch up on dental visits before the flurry of activity begins!
Whether you're visiting us for routine dental care or a more complex procedure, our board certified doctors always utilize the most advanced equipment and techniques to ensure the highest quality dental care. We're the first pediatric dentistry office in the area to utilize Versa Wave Laser Dentistry, allowing us to work more efficiently and provide comfort to our young patients.
We have offices in Nesconset, Massapequa Park, and West Islip and are always available to talk with you and address any concerns. Please feel free to contact us during the following hours through our office phone number or e-mail address. After hours, you may contact us on our emergency phone number.
Nesconset Office
62 Lake Ave., Suite A
Nesconset, NY 11767
Phone: 631.360.7337 (PEDS)
Fax: 631.360.3815
E-mail: adelbergped@optonline.net
Office Hours
Monday: 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Massapequa Park Office
1000 F. Park Blvd.
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
Phone: 516.798.1111
Fax: 516.798.8181
E-mail: adelbergped@optonline.net
Office Hours
Monday: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (staff only)
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
West Islip Office
615 Montauk Highway
West Islip, NY 11795
Phone: 631.661.PEDS (7337)
E-mail: adelbergped@optonline.net
Office Hours
Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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Although an orthodontist can enhance a smile at any age, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that the initial orthodontic evaluation should occur at age 7. At this young age, the first adult molars erupt - thus establishing the back bite. During this time, we can evaluate front to back and side to side tooth relationships to see if there may be a possible overbite, open bite, crowding, or gummy smiles.
By having your child seek early evaluation, we not only will be able to detect any future problems but also intercept them and anticipate the most advantageous time to begin treatment. This includes:
- Creating room for crowded, erupting teeth
- Creating facial symmetry through influencing jaw growth
- Reducing the risk of trauma to protruding front teeth
- Preserving space for unerupted teeth
- Reducing the need for tooth removal
- Reducing treatment time with braces
Interceptive treatment prevents serious problems from occurring later in life. Consult with one of our orthodontists here at Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dental & Orthodontics for your child’s first orthodontist appointment. Let us help you identify and reduce problems early on to make sure your child’s orthodontic experience is easier in the long run! Call us today!
Up next in the Facebook contest spotlight is Dr. Erika! From today - June 15th, all you have to do is head to our Facebook page and answer the question below. Two winners will be randomly selected from the correct answers and will win either a $25 Gift Card to Friendly’s or a $25 Gift Card to Ralph’s Italian Ices. Contest is only open to patients at our practice and their immediate family members, one vote allowed per family!
Winners will be announced and contacted Monday, June 16th with details on how to claim your prize. Good luck!
When it comes to beverages for our kids, especially ones who are active in sports, there’s an enormous selection of sodas, juices, teas, and bottled waters to choose from - including the popular buzzword: sports drinks.
Sports and energy drinks include anything from vitamin waters to “high energy” supplement drinks, all with common ingredients to “do” something extra (ie: boosting nutrition, enhancing performance, increasing energy, etc). With spring sports in full swing and the warmer weather creeping up on us, kids are likely to reach for a sports drink to hydrate and quench their thirst after play, but are they even a good option for kids?
Not necessarily. Typically, the average young athlete can get all necessary nutrients and hydration simply from eating health foods and drinking plenty of water before, during, and after exercise. With sugar as a primary ingredient in these beverages, they can contribute to obesity, tooth decay, and enamel erosion if too much is consumed.
Studies have shown the erosive potential sports drinks have. This damage to tooth enamel cannot be fixed and will cause teeth to become sensitive to touch plus make them more susceptible to cavities and decay.
Avoid all of these problems by substituting these beverages with water to rehydrate and healthy snacks to help sustain your child’s performance on the field. If your child just can’t live without his/her favorite sports drink - just be mindful and monitor the amount they consume. Try to limit the consumption to a single serving and replace the other servings with water!
Daily flossing plays a major role in plaque removal - and yet it’s still something that many adults and children avoid! Unlike a toothbrush which can clean the tops and outer surfaces of teeth and gums, floss is specifically designed to get into and clean all of the nooks and crannies of the mouth.
Dental floss isn’t the only effective product for tooth flossing - there’s actually many products on the market designed to meet the needs of people of all ages with any type of dental condition. If one of the below conditions apply to you - consider these options:
- Sensitive Gums - Choose a soft floss that will slide easily and comfortably between teeth to prevent bleeding gums.
- Braces - Opt for a specialized floss with a stiff end that can easily threat between the braces and teeth.
- Younger Child - Select a kid-friendly flossing tool, specially designed to be easy for kids to handle and sport child-friendly characters!
- Difficulty Using Floss - Try using an electric flosser instead - these provide just the right amount of pressure to leave your gums healthy and happy.
If you’re still having trouble getting your children to floss properly, please visit 2min2x.org for more tips, look up books specifically about flossing, or ask us for guidance. Give us a call to schedule an appointment today! 631.360.7337 or 516.798.1111
Expectant mothers please note, a recent study has linked low levels of vitamin D during pregnancy with the development of cavities in babies. Previous studies have also shown that vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy can increase the risk of tooth decay.
Published last week in Pediatrics, the study analyzed expectant mothers from an economically disadvantaged urban area. The results showed a direct relationship between low vitamin D levels in mothers and higher numbers of cavities in their toddles, as well as defects in the tooth enamel.
Researchers encourage prevention efforts during pregnancy - either by dietary intake or supplementation with vitamin D. If you are expecting, be sure to discuss with your doctor your vitamin D levels and if taking extra supplements is right for you. You can also maintain proper vitamin D the natural way - by enjoying the sun or choosing foods such as wild salmon, ahi tuna, mushrooms, and eggs. Reducing your carbohydrate intake also helps reduce the body’s need for vitamin D.
For more information on the study view this article ». And don’t forget how important it is to bring your child to the dentist by their first birthday, or six months after the eruption of their first tooth. Infant oral exams are crucial to avoiding serious dental issues that could result in extensive treatment.
Give us a call at any of our locations to schedule your child's first dental visit today!
Nesconset Office - 631.360.7337
Massapequa Park Office - 516.798.1111
West Islip Office - 631.661.7337
While teeth grinding may not be the nicest of sounds coming out of your little one’s mouth - there’s generally nothing to worry about (unless the problem persists that is).
Below are some frequently asked questions, courtesy of the AAPD, to help settle your nerves:
- Is there a reason why children grind their teeth?
Teeth grinding is very common in young children less than 7 years of age. It usually occurs due to the placement of their teeth. Most children will stop grinding once their 6 year permanent molars erupt.
- Can stress be the cause of teeth grinding?
In young children, not likely. It’s more common to find middle school age or high school aged children and teens grinding their teeth when major testing occurs. Toddlers may result to this if they are frustrated and can’t figure out the right vocabulary to use, but will grow out of it when they begin talking more.
- Should you be worried?
As long as your child is still young, with baby teeth present - there’s no need to worry. You don’t want to do anything to affect their growth since these teeth will fall out anyway. If the child is older with permanent teeth, intervention may be needed. We want to protect the permanent teeth - not damage or hurt their normal growth.
Many children grind their teeth throughout the day or while they are sleeping, and aren’t even aware they are doing it. If you are concerned the your child’s teeth grinding is serious, schedule an appointment with us. We’ll evaluate if their habit has caused any major problems and may discuss the option of a custom fit mouthguard to wear at night.
