Bay Area Kids Dentist understands that good oral hygiene habits set the foundation for a lifetime of dental health. Our board-certified pediatric dentists provide top-notch dental services and empower families with the knowledge and resources to guide children through their dental health journey. But sometimes you need a little extra help. We’ve compiled a set of articles, activities and tools to help you in your daily process of creating dental habits for your children to last a lifetime.
Age-Specific Brushing and Flossing Guides
Effective brushing and flossing techniques are vital for maintaining oral health at any age. However, the approach and tools will vary as kids grow and progress through different stages of dental development.
Infants
- Learn the significance of caring for your baby’s gums before the first tooth appears!
Toddlers
- Discover the art of turning teeth brushing into a fun and engaging routine for your toddler!
- Get insights into the causes of cavities and learn how important it is to establish a dental care routine early on.
School-Age Children
- Discover techniques to encourage your school-age children to adopt good brushing and flossing habits.
- Learn why flossing is an indispensable part of dental care and how it complements brushing by reaching the nooks and crannies a toothbrush can’t.
- As children gear up to return to school, establishing a robust dental care routine becomes more crucial than ever.
Teens
- Get insights into the benefits of continuing with a pediatric dentist through adolescence.
Fun Learning Tools
Incorporating fun into learning about oral hygiene and dental health can significantly enhance a child’s willingness and interest in maintaining good oral health practices. Check out some of these fun interactive tools that make learning about and completing dental care fun!
This activity book — best for children aged three to eight — provides an engaging avenue for children to explore and adopt exemplary oral hygiene practices. This book comes in multiple languages.
Oral hygiene and dental care take center stage all year. Why not make it part of the holiday celebrations? Check these sheets out for interactive learning experiences.
Explore a treasure trove of resources with the Oral Health Foundation! These free resources cover various topics, making oral health education accessible and engaging.
Nutrition and Recipes for Healthy Smiles
A balanced diet is fundamental to overall physical health and plays a critical role in maintaining a healthy smile. Make informed decisions and help your child develop a healthy diet!
- Discover the impact of sugar on children’s dental health.
- Promoting good nutrition is paramount in ensuring the dental health of children.
- Halloween is exciting and fun for kids, but it can also be a frightening season for their dental health.
- The holiday season is synonymous with indulgence, often leading us to consume sweets and treats that aren’t typically part of our daily diet.
Water and Hydration
Water and hydration are essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including dental health. Start working on ensuring your kids stay adequately hydrated – it’s a win-win for their teeth and overall health!
Discover the unparalleled benefits of water for dental health — from preventing cavities to washing away food particles — making it the ultimate beverage for maintaining a healthy smile.
Tooth Fairy Fun and More
The Tooth Fairy tradition is a beloved part of childhood, turning the milestone of losing each baby tooth into an enchanting experience that both children and parents look forward to. Beyond just the whimsy, there’s a golden opportunity to teach important lessons about oral health!
- Explore the enchanting history of the Tooth Fairy, from folklore to present-day traditions!
- The Tooth Fairy isn’t the only interesting story and custom surrounding children’s teeth.
Understanding Dental Development
Delve into the stages of dental growth, from the emergence of the first baby teeth to adult teeth. By gaining insights into this natural process, parents can better support children’s dental hygiene, recognize potential issues early on, and foster habits that promote a lifetime of dental health.
Get detailed eruption charts to track the development and emergence of primary and permanent teeth in children.
- Dive into the essentials about baby teeth, from their role in a child’s development to the proper ways to care for them.
- Learn practical tips and expert advice on addressing the common, yet often misunderstood, phenomenon of “shark teeth.”
- Discover soothing strategies and expert advice to help ease your baby’s teething discomfort and support them through this milestone with care and understanding.
- Learn effective strategies and compassionate guidance to gently discourage thumb-sucking and pacifier use, supporting your child’s oral health development without stress.
- Explore expert recommendations and practical strategies to address bite issues in children, fostering healthy dental alignment and promoting overall oral health.
Essential Information Resources
In the quest to maintain optimal oral health, access to reliable and authoritative information is key. Here are some trusted resources that can provide valuable insights and guidance for families.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an agency that protects public health and safety. The agency also provides valuable resources on oral health topics that range from preventive measures to information on specific conditions.
The American Dental Association (ADA) is a professional organization representing dentists across the United States. ADA is the leading source of oral health-related information for dentists and their patients!
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is a professional organization offering guidance on various aspects of child health, including oral health. Check out their healthychildren.org website, too!
The Oral Health Foundation is a leading international charity dedicated to improving the oral health and well-being of communities worldwide. The foundation offers a wealth of information on dental care, disease prevention, and oral health promotion.
Bay Area Kids Dentist is Your Advisor
The pediatric dentists at Bay Area Kids Dentist are committed to your child’s dental health and want to help in every step of the process. From ensuring our offices are fun and inviting, to making sure you have the resources you need as a parent. For families seeking comprehensive insights into maintaining excellent dental health for their children, the professionals in our offices are your number one resource. Additionally, if you have general questions, some resources can be found at our Bay Area Kids Dentist FAQs section.
Dr. Yahya Radwan, DDS
I finished High School in Minnesota and started college there at the University of Minnesota. I did a year- abroad in Egypt and finished my college career with an engineering degree from SJSU. Afterwards, I took a great position as a semiconductor engineer at Texas Instruments here in the Bay Area; I didn’t like being an engineer and in retrospect, it never fit my personality well. As an engineer, I met some fantastic mentors and great people, but I decided to change and started studying for the dental school entrance exam.
I started Dental school at NYU with a US Army Scholarship in 1998. I really enjoyed living in New York and I graduated in 2002.
During Dental School my love of Pediatrics had not been established yet, so I began my Army service as a general dentist in the summer of 2002 and was assigned to a dental unit in Germany. My Son was born in Germany shortly after I arrived and 3 months later I was on a military plane in 2003 as part of the first dental unit to enter Iraq.
My time in Iraq was a mixed blessing. The positive was that I had the opportunity to treat US Army personnel: soldiers and civilian contractors. I was also part of the Army Civilian Affairs program in which we treated Iraqi men women and children. Ironically, in the middle of a war, I became interested in treating children only.
Learn more about Dr. Radwan’s time in Iraq in this article:
Morgan Hill Life | Work with Iraqi children helped determine career path
After leaving the Army in 2005, I began my Pediatric Dentistry residency at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital of Buffalo, NY. My daughter was born during residency which I completed in 2007 and decided to move to California to start our new life.
In 2008, I started the Sunnyvale office with the goal that I wanted a dental office where I would feel comfortable taking my children. In 2010 I started the Morgan Hill Office because we had so many good friends and patients from the South County area. In August of 2014, we opened the office in Santa Clara, which allows us to accommodate more patients. Since then the offices have been run based on my vision, mission and core values with the goal of having the best Pediatric Dental office in the Bay Area.
Story of how Dr. Radwan discovered his passion for working with children on the battlefield in Iraq.
We hope you find we’ve lived up to that lofty ambition.
Dr. Radwan is a proud member of:
- ABPD — American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- CDA — California Dental Association
- ADA — American Dental Association
- Santa Clara County Dental Society
Dr. Radwan is great. He is very sweet with my kids and is a kind person. He was the one who did the work for my daughter today. He made sure we understood what he would be doing and came out after the x-rays to assure us she was doing well.
Florence K. – Sunnyvale, CA
My son has been coming here for a few years, and today was my toddler’s first visit! Both did great. Dr. Radwan is so good w the children, he is humble and is also good at communicating w parents as he sets the expectation for the visit. The office staff is also amazing!!
Rita Z. – El Dorado Hills, CA
I was so nervous to take my daughter (age 6) to the dentist because she is a pretty hesitant kid. The staff does an amazing job to make kids feel comfortable. My daughter even had to have a dental procedure and it went so much better than I ever expected because they told her everything they were going to do in children’s terms. We saw both Dr. Radwan and Dr. Rosen. Both were exceptional. I highly recommend Bay Area Kids Dentist!
Nicole R. – Mountain View, CA
