Curious About Thumbsucking and Teeth in 2020 | FAST FACTS

by Darryl Engel Dr. Darryl Engel | Mar 27, 2018 | children dental health

Thumbsucking is a common and normal reflex for young children. Babies even suck their thumb in the womb. Young children may suck their thumb or another object for security and to self-soothe themselves to sleep. Research has also found that babies who suck their thumb...

Should My Child get Ceramic or Metal [Braces?]

by Darryl Engel Dr. Darryl Engel | Mar 12, 2018 | pediatric orthodontics

KinderSmiles is Pediatric dentist and expert on all things child dental. We also have an expert orthodontist on site. Today we look at the possibilities of Children’s orthodontics. New orthodontic technologies provide plenty of options for children who need...

Your Child – Before and After Braces [7 Facts]

by Darryl Engel Dr. Darryl Engel | Dec 23, 2017 | children dental health

Getting braces put on is a very common and normal part of childhood. Some estimates state that about 75% of children can expect to have problems with their teeth as their adult teeth come in. It is not very common to grow perfectly straight adult teeth.  ...

KinderSmiles Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontist [New Website]

by Darryl Engel Dr. Darryl Engel | Aug 1, 2017 | press release

Oradell, NJ – KinderSmiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics has just re-launched their website. This time, new and improved, with an interface that is more user-friendly. Their new website now holds more information than the former version. KinderSmiles is a...

Is Tooth-Whitening Recommended [For Children & Teens]?

by Darryl Engel Dr. Darryl Engel | Jul 28, 2017 | children dental health

Whether to improve self-esteem or just adjust their looks, children and teens may want to get a whiter smile. Though a tooth-whitening session may be what your child seeks, the procedure isn’t as simple for younger patients. Is it safe for them to go down this...