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A dentist often advises patients to reduce the amount of sugar they eat or make sure they brush and floss their teeth after consumption. Unfortunately, many don’t realize that sugar in liquids that many babies and toddlers drink can also have a devastating effect on their oral health and wellness. Dr. Christopher Lim, a children’s dentist in the Las Vegas area, often advises parents on the dangers of bottle caries. Bottle caries can occur in infants and children. It happens when parents give a child a bottle for naptime or bedtime with milk or juice. The child drinks the bottle …

General and family dental practices exist all across the nation, so why is it that some dentists offer pediatric services? Is there something in the terminology that sets a dentist apart from a general or family dentist? Parents who notice this descriptive phrase are already ahead of the game in finding the best dental team to handle their children’s oral health and development. The better understanding a parent has, the more confidence will be felt in choosing a dentist; and where there is confidence in the parent, there is less fear in the child. Dr. Christopher Lim and his team …

Restoring the smile after tooth loss is done beautifully at Hillside Dental! Las Vegas, NV area patients are welcome to book an appointment with Dr. Christopher Lim to discuss treatment with dental implant surgery. What is a dental implant? The best description of a dental implant is a titanium tooth root replacement. Titanium will not rust or corrode, and is biocompatible with the body. The implant is placed into the bone of the jaw during surgery and stimulates the process of osseointegration. Osseointegration is the growth of bone in the jaw that holds the implant in place. This is what …

Teeth are not just a necessary component to a healthy smile. On a functional level, teeth are very necessary for healthy digestion. They are also supportive both to the jawbone and to the face. By recognizing the various benefits of healthy teeth, it is easy to see that there is more to tooth replacement than what meets the eye. Dr. Christopher Lim discusses with his patients the various ways to replace missing teeth in Las Vegas. Removable dentures A partial denture may be used to restore the appearance of the smile. This prosthetic appliance also acts as a placeholder for …

Dr. Christopher Lim of the Las Vegas area is a dentist who can assist patients of all ages. He is both an adult and children’s dentist who offers a wide selection of services to patients who are coming in for a simple examination or extensive restorative care. By offering a myriad of treatments to patients under one roof, he offers the perfect “one stop shop” for all family members. He understands that getting the entire household to the dentist can be difficult, but makes it easy by allowing families to schedule back-to-back appointments so everyone can be seen at the …

Full dentures are sometimes necessary for patients who are missing most their natural teeth. However, they do not have to be problematic. Patients who have dentures in the Las Vegas area that are not fitting properly may want to consider dental implants for stabilization. Implant-supported dentures Implant-supported dentures are extremely popular for dental restorations. They allow patients to replace an entire arch of teeth without dealing with ill-fitting restorations. Sometimes, patients can use dental adhesives or natural suction to achieve results, while other times they are not enough for them to enjoy their favorite foods. Instead, patients can have several …

No matter how “high profile” your life may be, you will be affected by the appearance of your smile. Research shows that humans have an innate tendency to observe beauty. When meeting others, that observation begins with the smile. The more we have studied our interest in beauty as it relates to the smile, the more we have discovered the power of cosmetic dental treatments. Patients of Hillside Dental have options for safe tooth replacement with dental implants, teeth whitening, and numerous other smile-enhancing services in our comfortable Las Vegas office. Age and the smile For hundreds of years, the …

Popular media leads us to believe that Las Vegas is a playground for grownups. That may be true, but our wonderful city is also home to about 118,000 families, 32 percent of whom include children under the age of 18. I believe that the oral health of each generation leads to a stronger community. I’m proud to be a southwest Las Vegas dentist who provides a range of pediatric services. I am Dr. Christopher Lim, and I’ve been painting beautiful smiles for kids, “tweens,” and teens in southwest Las Vegas since 2005. As a father, I understand that each child’s …

When you have a new baby in your life, your baby’s dental care is probably the last thing on your mind. Sadly, if you delay thinking about your child’s dental health for very long, he or she may end up with severe dental problems as time goes on. What kind of dental problems can a child have? The fact that baby teeth will be replaced by permanent teeth does not mean that they can be neglected without lasting consequences. Dental decay is actually incredibly prevalent among children, with cavities often working their way through baby teeth within just a few …

If you reside in the Las Vegas, NV area and are interested in visiting a dental office that treats pediatric patients, you don’t have to visit a specialist. You can make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Lim and the team of Hillside Dental! Treating pediatric patients Dr. Christopher Lim is dedicated to offering a variety of services to even the youngest of patients! Below is a simple breakdown of what is provided for children in his facility: Examinations – examinations are necessary to check one’s oral health. They include a physical evaluation as well as a series of x-rays. X-rays …