A space maintainer is an oral appliance used by our Hudsonville, MI, family dentist to quite literally maintain space in a child’s mouth after they experience premature baby tooth loss or extraction. This device might look intimidating, but it should not cause your child any pain whatsoever. Here are the two types of space maintainers…

Dentists offer an essential healthcare service. Hudsonville Dental Kids is open for emergency dental services and urgent dental care during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. But what is a dental emergency? What’s the difference between a dental emergency and urgent dental care? Hudsonville Dental Kids Is Open for Dental Emergencies A dental emergency is “potentially life-threatening”…

When your child has a problem with their teeth, don’t panic. Not all accidents require emergency dental care, but those that do depend on you finding a dentist in time to repair your child’s tooth. Fortunately, our Hudsonville family dentist understands that toothaches or abscesses can’t always wait. If your child has an emergency that…

Your dental insurance likely renews on January 1st, which means if you haven’t yet made an appointment for a dental visit for your child, now is the time. You can maximize your dental benefits by making an appointment for dental treatment before the year is over. Our Hudsonville family dentist wants you to know what…

Do your holiday plans include a trip to the dentist? They should. Most insurance companies give you a certain amount to spend on dental care each year. However, you could be missing out on these benefits if you bring your child to our Hudsonville family dentist at least twice a year for preventive care. Scheduling…

Laughing gas is safe for both adults and children. If your child has dental anxiety or struggles to sit still during treatment, you may want to ask our Hudsonville family dentist if laughing gas is an appropriate solution. Going to the dentist can be intimidating for many young patients. To help children feel safe and…