Your child’s oral health is critical to his overall well-being, and cavities are a chronic disease that can have a huge impact on your child’s oral health. In fact, statistics show that childhood tooth decay has become an epidemic, with 60% of children having a cavity by the age of five. Parents often think that […]
Talking to Your Kids About Gum Disease
There’s something about your child’s beautiful smile that can just make you melt. But you may not realize that as soon as your children get teeth, they become susceptible to gum disease. Although certain types of gum disease more prevalent in adults, children still can be affected by gum disease. Regular dental visits definitely help […]
Teaching Your Children to Floss Properly
Health habits started early in life are hard to change – if you want your children to have good oral hygiene habits, start training your kids while they are young. One of the best dental health habits you can teach your child is how to floss properly. Food particles and plaque can settle between the […]
Does My Child Need Dental Caps?
Dental caps, also called dental crowns, are thin tooth-shaped porcelain covers for the teeth. The main goal for dental caps is restoring full use of the tooth, and sometimes enhancing tooth appearance in adults. In children, caps may sometimes be necessary when a child still has their baby teeth if their teeth are damaged. When […]
What are Teeth Made Out Of?
Many people think that teeth are a type of bone, but the truth is that your teeth are far stronger than your bones. In fact, this is probably why it’s very common for archaeologists to find more teeth than they do bones when they’re doing excavations. Your teeth withstand a lot of pressure when you’re […]
Do You Want to be a Dentist When You Grow Up?
If you have decided that you want to be a dentist when you grow up, you’ve chosen a great career! Dentistry is one of the best professions for people who enjoy helping others, people who enjoy learning about and working in the medical field, and people who enjoy educating patients. As a dentist, you can […]
Teaching Your Child to Floss
Flossing is an essential part of every child’s oral health routine, and the earlier you get your child flossing, the better oral health they’ll enjoy. Flossing helps to remove plaque between teeth and along the gum line where a toothbrush is unable to reach. Arm kids with the right flossing techniques and they’ll have the […]
New Year’s Resolutions Your Kids Can Get Behind
With 2018 just around the corner, it’s time to reflect on the past year and start planning for the next year. It’s a great time to start thinking about some resolutions for the coming year that will improve your family’s health and wellbeing. It’s a lot of fun to get the whole family involved in […]
Preventing Cavities in Baby Teeth
Tooth decay is a serious problem in children, with studies showing that approximately 42% of kids between the ages of 2 and 11 develop cavities. Cavities have become a common chronic disease, and unfortunately, cavities can leave your child dealing with pain, infection, and other related oral health problems. Taking care of your child’s teeth […]
How to Ditch Thumb Sucking
Since babies naturally have sucking and rooting reflexes, sucking their thumb or finger is a common habit, and it’s often something developed before birth. Thumb sucking often makes babies feel more secure, which can make it turn into a habit when they are ready to sleep or they need to be soothed. In most cases, […]
