Ask a Pediatric Dentist: Why Is My Child Snoring and Grinding His Teeth? Could Myofunctional Therapy Help?
Dr. Ben, HELLO! My 5-year-old has started snoring loudly at night and grinds his teeth while he sleeps. During the day he often breathes with his mouth open and mealtimes can be a struggle with certain foods. Should I be worried? Could something bigger be going on?...
Trust the Science (and Dr. Mikayla) with Your Child’s Smile
Parents want the best for their kids, especially when it comes to safe, effective, yet cutting-edge dental care backed by science. That’s why we’re proud to celebrate our very own Dr. Mikayla Stevens, whose published research explores the impact of silver diamine...
Ask a Pediatric Dentist: Could My Baby’s Feeding Issues Be Caused by a Tongue or Lip Tie?
Dr. Ben, HELLO! I'm struggling to breastfeed my 2-month-old. She spits up a lot, nursing is painful and feedings seem to take forever. A friend mentioned a tongue tie might be the issue. Could that be what’s going on? Sincerely, Frustrated and Tired in Blue Springs...
Ask a Pediatric Dentist: Why Do My Kid’s Permanent Teeth Look Yellow? What Can I Do?
HELLO! Dr. Ben, My 7-year-old just started getting her adult teeth, and I noticed they look more yellow than her baby teeth. Is this normal? Should I be concerned? Thanks for your help, Curious parent in Blue Springs Dr. Ben’s Response… HELLO! Curious parent in Blue...
Ask a Pediatric Dentist: How Does Nursing Affect Baby Teeth?
HELLO! Dr. Mikayla, I’m a new mom to a 9-month-old, and I’ve been nursing since she was born. A few friends have told me that nursing at night can hurt baby teeth. I’m confused because I want to continue breastfeeding, but I also want to make the right choices. Can...
Ask a Pediatric Dentist
How Does a Cavity Form and How Can I Prevent or Cure It? HELLO! Dr. Ben, I’m a mom of two — Henry (age 4) and Olivia (age 7). I always try my best to keep their teeth healthy. We limit sugary snacks, brush twice a day and visit the dentist for regular checkups. But...
Say Goodbye to Dental Anxiety at Hello! Pediatric Dentistry
Kids can get a little nervous about new experiences. Whether it’s the first day of school, first sleepover or even a trip to the dentist, the unknown can sometimes feel scary. But at Hello! Pediatric Dentistry, we make sure that dental anxiety doesn’t become “a thing”...
Why Your Child Needs a Pediatric Dentist Instead of the “Family Dentist”
The rule of thumb (or teeth in this case) is that children should see a dentist when they get their first tooth or by the age of one even if that first tooth hasn’t come in yet. The second rule of thumb? Children benefit most from seeing a pediatric dentist during...
Hello! Pediatric Dentistry opening in Blue Springs on Sept. 19
Dr. Benjamin Unruh brings vibrant, modern children’s dental practice with convenient hours to Blue Springs KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Sept. 19, 2017) – Dr. Benjamin Unruh is excited to open the doors of his dental practice, Hello! Pediatric Dentistry, in Blue Springs, today,...
Hello! Pediatric Dentistry opening soon in Blue Springs
After nearly 10 years of practicing in various offices across the United States, Dr. Benjamin Unruh plans to open his first pediatric dental practice in Blue Springs. Construction began in April and the practice is slated to open in September in a 2,500-square-foot...