posted: Mar. 31, 2026.

You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing take place twice a day. You serve foods high in vitamins and minerals and low Read more

posted: Mar. 24, 2026.

It seems like yesterday. There you were, comforting your baby through sleepless nights, soothing her with a dentist-approved teether, celebrating as that first tiny tooth poked through her gums. And Read more

posted: Mar. 17, 2026.

Your darling three-month old is crying and fussy—can she be teething already? Or, your happy baby boy has just celebrated his first birthday—with only one tooth in that beautiful, gummy Read more

posted: Mar. 10, 2026.

First word, first step, first day of school—these firsts are milestones every parent celebrates. And one of the earliest and most precious milestones is your baby’s first real smile!  Keep that Read more

posted: Mar. 03, 2026.

It seems like sharks are everywhere these days—on land, sea, and air(waves). A halftime show meme gone viral. A week of summer TV devoted to our favorite apex predators. And Read more

posted: Feb. 24, 2026.

Your child’s happy smile makes any day brighter. And the happiest smiles are the healthiest smiles! If you’re concerned that your child’s treasured smile isn’t the healthiest smile it can Read more

posted: Feb. 17, 2026.

Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener found in tree bark, plants, fruits, and vegetables. The human body also produces it in small amounts. It looks and tastes like sugar, so Read more

posted: Feb. 10, 2026.

If you have been thinking about getting a piercing, or if you already have one or more, there are some health risks our team at South Hill Children's Dentistry wants Read more

posted: Feb. 03, 2026.

Since the introduction of the power toothbrush in the 1960s, this tool has undergone many technological advances, from design and bristle motions to rotation oscillation and sonic vibration. What is rotation Read more

posted: Jan. 27, 2026.

Not many people look forward to going to the dentist, especially if you already know that you need dental work done. A small amount of anxiety is one thing, but Read more

posted: Jan. 20, 2026.

At our office, the doctor and our team do all that we can to make sure that your experience with us is the best it can possibly be. However, there’s Read more

posted: Jan. 13, 2026.

Sports and energy drinks cause irreversible damage to the teeth of teens and young adults. A recent study published in General Dentistry states that energy and sports drinks contain so Read more

posted: Jan. 06, 2026.

Our pets are a valued part of the family, but dogs and cats are not regularly known for their minty-fresh breath. Did you know that bad breath can be a Read more

posted: Dec. 30, 2025.

When you leave on a trip, you probably double-check that evrything’s ready: your clothes are packed, your ticket is handy, and your passport waits patiently on top of your bag Read more

posted: Dec. 23, 2025.

While they may sound refreshing, especially after participating in sports activities or after a jog, recent studies suggest that energy and sports drinks can damage tooth enamel, thus elevating your Read more

posted: Dec. 16, 2025.

At South Hill Children's Dentistry, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you or your family have visited the doctor and our team for a single visit or Read more