Elizabeth ODell
Dentist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Dentistry
3520 TEAYS VALLEY RD STE 1 HURRICANE West Virginia, 255269479About
Dr. Elizabeth ODell is a pediatric dentist practicing in HURRICANE, West Virginia. Dr. ODell specializes in the oral health of children. Pediatric dentists tend to patients ranging in age from infancy to teenaged years. As a pediatric dentist, Dr. ODell takes care of a childs teeth, gums and mouth. Children can face dental problems like tooth decay and gum disease without proper care. Pediatric dentists can provide dental examinations, give cleanings and treatments, repair cavitities and dental injuries like fractured or knocked-out teeth, diagnose oral conditions and more.
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When should a child start brushing his own teeth?
Hello! I can understand that! And you're doing the right thing by helping them. We recommend assisting them with brushing until the age of 8. Some good tools to make your life simpler is an electric toothbrush with a timer. You can also have him brush with something like "plaque HD" that dies any plaque blue, that way when you're brushing after, it makes the work easier on you. READ MORE
Can I use dental floss for my 4 year old?
Absolutely! To make it easier on you, I recommend the single flossers. Just make sure your rubbing it against the both teeth. READ MORE
My daughter has all of her baby teeth in. What should I bring her to dentist?
Yes!! No you should bring her in as soon as she cuts even her first baby tooth! READ MORE
Is it important for children to floss their teeth daily?
I recommend a flossing nightly. If that is impossible at LEAST 2-3 times a week. Most cavities I find in children are actually in between the teeth, so flossing is extremely important. READ MORE
What is the best way to remove stuck food particles in children's teeth?
Flossing is a good tool to use to remove food particles. The single tooth flossers can work magic! READ MORE
Do kids with lactose intolerance have weak teeth?
It surely can. I would make sure he get's enough calcium in his diet through other means such as soy milk or almond milk with added calcium. Fluoride use through his toothpaste and water source are also equally important! READ MORE
What are the chances that the spaces in my daughter's teeth will recur when her permanent teeth grow in?
Yes, some spaces do close on their own, but depending on genetics and her bite it may not. READ MORE
How long should my child be brushing their teeth?
Yes! You are right, the recommended time is 2 minutes. You can buy a timer on line or use a dental brushing app that assist them in brushing the full two minutes. READ MORE
Are bleeding gums in kids a cause of concern?
Yes, bleeding gums are a sign of gingivitis. Make sure he has been to a dentist to get an appropriate cleaning. Daily brushing along the gumline and flossing thereafter is extremely important. Supplement with a mouthrinse. Gingivitis and the side effect of bleeding gums should heal within two weeks. If you are certain he has practiced meticulous hygiene for two weeks and his gums are still bleeding, I would definitely contact your dentist. READ MORE
When can I get braces?
I would consult an orthodontist before you get any of your baby teeth removed. They can help guide you in the right direction and make an appropriate treatment plan to obtain the smile you want to achieve. READ MORE
Can calcium deficiency impact teeth?
It can! I would make sure you supplement through vehicles that are lactose intolerant-friendly such as almond milk or soy milk. READ MORE
My daughter still hasn't gotten her first tooth. Is this normal?
It is rare that your child has not cut her first tooth by now. I would bring her to a dentist to see if there are signs of any erupting teeth. If she is really late in getting her teeth, all that means is that she will also be late in getting her perm teeth. If there are signs, genetic testing could be involved. READ MORE
How long should my child go to her pediatric dentist?
That decision is up to you. Most pediatric dentist accept children until the age of 18. A lot of children are young adults have been going to their peds dentist since age 1 and want to stay with them for as long as they can. That decision is up to you and your daughter. If she is ready to take the next step, by all means. Some peds dentist refer their patients as soon as they get all of their adult teeth. READ MORE
My son is sucking his thumb with adult teeth. What can happen?
Yes, it can cause flaring of adult teeth, speech problems, and self image issues. I would get a consultation with an orthodontist to see about an appliance to help aid your child in quitting their thumb sucking habit if at home methods have not been successful. READ MORE
What happens if my son's baby teeth don't come out?
That is a guarded question. Every patient is different. Your aunt could still have her baby teeth because she is missing her permanent teeth. I would make sure you have your baby boy followed by a pediatric dentist closely, take the appropriate X-rays at the appropriate age to see if they have all their permanent teeth, and take the next steps as advised depending on their findings. READ MORE
Is it necessary to brush my 2 and a half year old's teeth twice per day?
If I would pick a time of day really to brush, it would be at night. That bedtime brushing is the most important with a fluoride toothpaste (size of a grain of rice). After her nightly brushing, only water should be given to drink and avoid any other snacks/food after her bedtime brushing. READ MORE
My daughter fell and broke her front two teeth. What should we do?
I would try to snap a picture of her teeth and send it to her dentist. That way they can see if it is urgent or not. READ MORE
Is thumb sucking bad for my child's teeth?
It is true! Thumb sucking can affect a growing dentition and face structure. If at home methods have not worked, I would set up an appt with her dentist and/or orthodontist to see if she is a good candidate for a thumb habit appliance. READ MORE
What causes bad breath in a toddler?
Hmmm. Make sure you are brushing his tongue as well. If you are and the bad breath has not subsided, I would check with his pediatrician to make sure he does not have acid reflux and have him evaluated for tonsil stones. READ MORE
My daughter occasionally eats candy. Will this damage her teeth?
No! Let your kid be a kid. As long as we are brushing twice a day and flossing at night, and not overloading with candy, then the occasional sweet treats are ok. READ MORE
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