Burg Pediatric Dentistry Blog

It’s extremely popular to use candy as a reward for good behavior. Dispensing candy takes almost no effort and kids naturally love it. But it turns out that candy rewards can be very problematic: more than half of children develop … Continue reading →

Think your child’s teeth don’t have anything to do with her future career? Think again! Research by Boston University economists Sherry Glied and Matthew Niedell shows that the quality of a person’s teeth can have a significant impact on his … Continue reading →

Gingivitis is a gum disease that causes inflammation of the gums. Many Americans deal with it to varying degrees, but it can be prevented. How is Gingivitis Caused? Plaque is a part of all of our lives. Plaque will build … Continue reading →

Bad breath is a source of embarrassment for kids, especially when they move into the teenage years, when self-image is all-important. Bad breath has a number of causes, including the following: Strong, spicy foods. When we eat smelly foods, the … Continue reading →

You may have happened to wander into our offices during one of our crazy dress-up days to wonder, “Why is this dentist’s office so crazy? Why are they dressed up in these wild costumes?” If you weren’t thinking that, you … Continue reading →