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Beverly Pediatric Dentistry website is owned and managed by Beverly Pediatric Dentistry, located in downtown Washington, DC. This website serves as an information resource for parents in communities that we are servicing, Georgetown DC, West End DC, Dupont Circle DC, and Woodley Park DC. If you have any questions or need further information about parental education content on Beverly Pediatric Dentistry website, please contact Beverly Pediatric Dentistry at 202-331-3474.

Dr. Maryam Mohammadi has been supporting parents and their children in Washington, DC and surrounding immunity for the past 30 years. Dr. Mohammadi completed her pediatric dentistry specialty at Boston University and Franciscan’s Children hospital in Boston, MA. She has been living in McLean, VA, with her family since 1999.

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Comprehensive Guide to Crossbites: Understanding Types, Causes, and Treatment Options

A crossbite represents one of the most common forms of malocclusion—a condition where teeth are misaligned in ways that can affect both function and appearance. This dental issue occurs when upper teeth position incorrectly relative to lower teeth, either sitting inside them or biting completely outside. Crossbites can involve a single tooth, multiple teeth, or entire groups of teeth in either the front or back regions of the mouth. Understanding the different types of crossb

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What is fluoride?

Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in many foods and water. In dentistry, healthcare providers use fluoride to strengthen teeth and reduce the risk of cavities. What does fluoride do? Every day, your enamel (the protective outer layer of your tooth) gains and loses minerals. You lose minerals when acids — formed from bacteria, plaque and sugars in your mouth — attack your enamel. (This process is demineralization.) You gain minerals — like fluoride, calcium

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The Importance of Early Cavity Detection for Kids

Many parents neglect early cavity treatment for kids , as they may feel that it is not essential because the child’s teeth will eventually fall out and be replaced by permanent teeth, anyway. However, diagnosing and treating cavities in kids as early as possible is incredibly important. In this review, we discuss the reasons that early cavity treatment for kids is vital and the various treatment options that are available. What parents should know about early cavity treatme

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Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)

What is Silver Diamine Fluoride? Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a liquid medication used by Dr. M, the pediatric dentist at Beverly Pediatric Dentistry in Washington DC, dentists to treat cavities. It takes just a few minutes to put on teeth with cavities. Most of dental office do not have this ground breaking technology for arresting decay process of baby and permanent teeth. Savanah who comes to Beverly Pediatric Dentistry in Washington DC have been benefiting from this

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Interceptive Orthodontics Treatment

Did you know that in addition to decreasing your child’s risk of tooth decay and gum disease, Dr. M as a pediatric dentist can also help encourage better tooth placement and jaw development? Most people are familiar with active orthodontic treatment, which uses appliances like metal braces or clear aligners to straighten the teeth and align the bite. However, not as many people are familiar with interceptive orthodontic treatment . Also known as early orthodontic treatment o

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Dental Sealants

What are Dental Sealants? Dental sealants are a preventive treatment designed to protect your child’s teeth, especially the chewing surface of back teeth, from cavities and tooth decay. Sealants are made of clear or tooth-colored resin material. How do Sealants Work? The application is quick and comfortable. The sealant is painted onto the chewing surfaces of the teeth, where it forms a smooth coating over the tooth, including the natural pits and grooves of the tooth surfa

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Fluoride Treatments for Kids

What is Fluoride Varnish? Fluoride varnish is a dental treatment that can help prevent tooth decay. Fluoride varnish is made with fluoride, a mineral that can strengthen tooth enamel (outer coating on teeth). It’s a quick and painless treatment that is especially helpful for children. Dentists often recommend it as part of a child’s routine preventive care. Fluoride varnish treatments cannot completely prevent cavities. But regular fluoride varnish treatments can best help pr

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Preventive Dentistry

What is Preventative Dentistry? Preventative pediatric dentistry aims to keep your child’s teeth free from plaque buildup, gum disease and tooth decay before any serious treatments are needed. By preventing problems from ever happening, you are protecting your child in a way that has positive effects throughout their whole body. That’s why we do everything we can to make sure your child’s smiles are healthy today and into the future. Beverly Pediatric Dentistry Recommendation

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How to Floss Your Child’s Teeth

Because of how the teeth are shaped, it can be difficult to adequately clean every nook and crevice of your child’s teeth when brushing. That is why, following brushing, you should floss your child’s teeth. This allows you to remove any bacteria that may have accumulated in places you cannot reach when brushing. Most parents dread flossing their children’s teeth because they do not know how to floss correctly. This article will teach you all you need to know about correctly f

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Mouth Guards/Sports Guards

Since approximately 25% of all dental injuries are related to sport, the ADA recommends that all children, youth, and adults participating in sports wear a mouth guard. Athletic Mouth Guards or Sports Guards better protect your mouth from injuries to teeth, cheeks, lips, and tongue from injuries that could occur during sports, including concussions, jaw injuries, broken teeth, and more. Our custom athletic mouth guards will offer a more unique, comfortable, and custom fit to

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Why Your Child Should Wear a Mouth Guard for Fall Sports

Is your child participating in a fall sport this school year? Before working on their game, consider the benefits of having your child wear a mouthguard . There are numerous reasons why this could protect your child and their teeth, so continue reading to discover why. Did You Know… Approximately 25% of all dental injuries are related to sports. Because of this, the ADA recommends that children, youth, and adults wear a mouth guard while participating in sports. Athletic mout

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Fun & Healthy Fall Snacks That Won’t Have Negative Impact on Your Child’s Teeth

Consider Crunchy Fruits and Veggies UN & HEALTHY FALL SNACKS THAT WON’T HARM YOUR CHILD’S TEETH Crunchy snacks like apples, pears, carrots, and celery are great for cleaning teeth naturally. The crisp texture helps scrub away food particles while increasing saliva flow, which protects enamel. Try apple slices with unsweetened nut butter or celery sticks dipped in yogurt for a snack that’s both fun and good for their smile. Add Dairy Products for Stronger Teeth Don’t forget ab

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