Year-End Insurance Reminder

October 4th, 2023

Dr. Wrathall and Dr. Uggeri, as well as our team at Portage Pediatric Dentistry, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year reminder that it’s high time to schedule your dental visits so you optimize your benefit. Now is the time to reserve…
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Dental Emergencies in Children

September 27th, 2023

Dental emergencies are bound to come up when you have young children. Dr. Wrathall and Dr. Uggeri and our team want to you to be prepared in case you run into a difficult situation. Problems can vary, from minor gum irritation to knocked-out teeth. Take a look at the different possibilities and how you can…
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What should I use to clean my baby’s teeth?

September 20th, 2023

You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can lay the foundation for them to continue those good habits into adulthood. When do I start? The best time to start brushing your baby’s teeth…
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Why Baby Teeth Matter

September 13th, 2023

The primary teeth are the initial teeth that erupt from a child’s gums in the first few years of childhood. There are a total of 20 primary teeth, most of which will have appeared no later than age three. Because they are only temporary, some parents believe they are less important than the permanent teeth…
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