By Dr. Kaitlynn Harvey, Columbus Pediatric Dentistry September is Baby Safety Month, a great reminder that keeping your baby healthy and safe includes caring for those first tiny teeth. While baby teeth are temporary, they have some very important jobs. They help...

Lip and tongue ties, also known as tethered oral tissues (TOTs), are more than just a feeding concern. These restrictive bands of tissue can affect your child's ability to breastfeed, eat, speak, breathe, sleep, and develop healthy oral function as they grow. Early...

As parents, we often focus on brushing, flossing, and preventing cavities—but did you know your child's breathing, tongue posture, and oral habits play a major role in their overall health and development? At Columbus Pediatric Dentistry in Columbus, Nebraska, we...

Introduction Every child deserves exceptional dental care in an environment where they feel safe, respected, and understood. At Columbus Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Kaitlynn Harvey is passionate about providing compassionate, individualized dental care for children with...

At Columbus Pediatric Dentistry in Columbus, Nebraska, we know that a child’s first teeth play an essential role in their overall health and development. Many parents think baby teeth aren’t very important because they eventually fall out — but they actually support...

At Columbus Pediatric Dentistry, we believe every child deserves a healthy smile and a positive start to lifelong oral health. One of the best ways to ensure this is by establishing a dental home by your child’s first birthday. Why Age One Matters According to the...