Many things change as your little one enters their teenage years. They want to hang out with their friends more and desire a lot more freedom. One thing they also may want to change is going to their pediatric dentist. While they will eventually change dental offices, continuing to see their pediatric dentist until they are 18 years old is best for their oral health. Read on to learn three reasons why.

Gum disease is one of the most common oral health conditions there is; it’s estimated that around 50% of people over 30 in the U.S. suffer from it to some extent. That applies to adults, but what about children?

Let’s face it; children aren’t usually known for their immaculate oral health. But could that potentially put them at risk for gum disease? If you want to know a little more about gum disease in children, here’s a guide that can give you a little more information.