Dental cavities are very common among children, but they don’t have to be. There are many ways that you can help your child avoid cavities. Demonstrating proper brushing technique and a good dental care routine for your child is important, but that alone may not be...
Did you know that Americans spend billions of dollars every year on candy? Sugar is a major culprit in causing cavities in children. The sugar in sticky candies and other treats can stay in contact with your child’s teeth for even longer. Let’s talk about sticky...
If you’re dedicated to taking good care of your smile to keep it healthy and bright, you’re probably already using fluoride toothpaste. So when your dentist or dental hygienist offers you a fluoride treatment after a cleaning, you’re probably curious about the extra...
The tooth fairy is a popular mythological creature who has inspired countless children from multiple generations to care for their teeth. There are many things your child can learn from the tooth fairy about oral hygiene and the changes happening to their mouth as...
If you’ve been taking your child to the dentist since an early age, they’ve probably already visited a pediatric dentist instead of a general dentist. But now that your child is becoming older and has their adult teeth, you may be wondering, should your teen see a...
It’s common to think that because baby teeth will eventually fall out, they’re not that important, but the health of primary teeth in childhood can have a big impact on the health of permanent teeth in adulthood. Learning to care for baby teeth is especially important...
If your child loses a baby tooth at an earlier age than is typical, their dentist may recommend a space maintainer. You’re probably wondering what you need to know about space maintainers and if one is necessary for your child. If your child’s tooth has become...
If your child loses a baby tooth at an earlier age than is typical, their dentist may recommend a space maintainer. You’re probably wondering what you need to know about space maintainers and if one is necessary for your child. Space maintainers are used to hold space...
You may think it is too early to teach your child to care for their teeth, but healthy teeth early in life can be an important step towards healthy teeth in adulthood. The dental care habits developed in childhood are the foundation of the habits that will be...
Parenting is a tough job, with many balls to juggle. Each parent has to ensure their child is nurtured, socialized, eats nutritiously, educated well, and sees the doctor regularly. Oral hygiene for kids can be an important priority for parents, but one thing can help...
