Many parents can become anxious about their child’s dental health, feeling overwhelmed by busy schedules and a world full of sugary treats The truth is, keeping your children cavity free can be easier than your think. The key to good oral health for your kids is in your hands because it starts with teaching them… Read More »
Even before that first baby tooth erupts, your child’s teeth are being affected by their health and nutrition. Baby teeth serve an important role as they hold the proper position and spacing for the adult teeth that will begin to take up position. Protecting your child’s oral health, every step of the way, is part… Read More »
Statistics continue to show an alarming increase in the consumption of sports and energy drinks, especially among kids. Along with having the potential to cause various health problems, these beverages can cause irreversible damage to teeth. And sugar is only part of the reason — high acidity levels in these drinks erode enamel, the outer… Read More »
According to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), pacifiers can bring benefits and drawbacks. Among parents, pacifier use can be a high-debated subject, even if your child has already demonstrated their positive feelings about their binky. On the positive side Pacifiers provide a source of comfort to infants. Pacifiers can assist in reducing the incidence… Read More »
If your child complains of a toothache and he or she doesn’t have a fever or facial swelling, it’s usually not an emergency. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t serious, especially as far as you and your child are concerned. Here are some steps you can take to help diagnose the cause of the pain.… Read More »
Taking your child to the dentist is a necessary, but not always easy task. We want to help you keep their teeth healthy and promote their good oral hygiene habits for later in life. We understand, though, that a trip to the dentist can be scary for a child. Lie down in a bright room…… Read More »
You might think the month of February is about Valentine’s Day and President’s Day, but there’s another important reason to appreciate the second month of the year: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! And as you can probably guess from the title, it’s an observance created to raise awareness of the benefits of childhood… Read More »
