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Fluoride Use in Adolescents

  Fluoride is a mineral that plays an essential role in oral health. In fact, the significant reduction in American tooth decay in recent decades can be attributed to a greater availability of fluoride in public water supplies, toothpaste, and other resources....

What is nitrous oxide and is it safe for children?

Our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry understand that the sights, sounds and sensations at a dental office can be unsettling for some children. One effective technique that we use to comfort your child is to offer the gas nitrous oxide. Nitrous...

My son is turning one. When should I bring him in for a visit?

  Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team know that cavities know no age boundaries, and that is why we recommend a visit to our Tulsa, OK office by a child’s first birthday. That also happens to be the opinion of our friends at the American...

The Intriguing History of Halloween

Halloween is fast approaching, and Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is familiar to most people today bears little resemblance to the...

Is your child a mouth breather?

  Have you ever watched to see if your child is breathing through his or her mouth? Breathing through the mouth instead of the nose may lead to trouble for youngsters. Kids who typically breathe through their mouth—most often children who suffer from...

Use Pediatric Dentists to Treat Children

There are many different types of dental specialties out there, so how do you know when you should see a general dentist (your regular dentist), and when you should seek the help of a dentist with specialized training? This article covers the basic differences between...