If your child is starting to shed his or her teeth, you may be feeling a little exasperated by the process. Around the age of six, kids start to shed their baby teeth. Usually, the teeth are lost in the same order in which they presented. You can expect your child’s front teeth, which are […]
Dental Sealants: How do they work?
Dental sealants are ultra thin protective coatings that are applied to the teeth’s chewing surfaces. Typically, they’re used on the back teeth — the molars and the pre-molars — to help keep the teeth healthy as a child grows. Dental sealant immediately moves into the tiny cracks and grooves of the teeth, creating a shield […]
How to Put an End to Thumb Sucking
Thumb sucking may seem harmless, but it can cause significant issues for your child’s teeth. As your little one sucks his or her thumb, it places pressure on the upper palate and front teeth. This pressure can be especially detrimental as your little one’s palate is developing. In addition, although thumb sucking has the most […]
Tips for Making Your Child’s Dental Visit Fun
Good oral health will affect your child’s quality of life. Both now and in years to come, it’s important for your child to maintain good dental health by brushing, flossing and visiting the dentist regularly. However, some youngsters are terrified of the dentist. This can stem from a fear of the unknown, as well as […]
What Are Your Teeth Made Out Of?
Kids have a great sense of curiosity, and they can ask really tough questions. They constantly wonder about the world around them and how things work. When it comes to teeth, your child may wonder what they are made of. Here is a bit of information to help with the answer. What are human teeth […]
Loose Teeth: To Pull or Not to Pull
Losing baby teeth is a rite of passage for many kids, and pressure comes from friends and parents alike to hasten the process. If you’re thinking about helping a loose tooth come out with a quick tug, you might want to reconsider. In most cases, letting baby teeth loosen and fall out naturally is a […]
The Benefits of Flossing
Teaching your youngster to floss may seem like a cumbersome task, but as with other important life skills, the training is worth the effort. The advantages of flossing far outweigh any inconveniences that might accompany the task. Why does flossing work? Flossing helps remove edible debris from between your youngster’s teeth. This is an […]
The Most Damaging Drinks for Your Child’s Teeth
Summer is coming and with it, warmer weather that makes us all reach for something cool to drink. We have endless options to quench our thirst from fountain sodas and bottled energy drinks to more natural options like organic lemonade and 100 percent fruit juice. As a parent, you want to provide the best choices […]
What Does Fluoride Do?
Many people recognize fluoride as a product in their toothpaste and an additive to their water supply, but they may not know what fluoride does to benefit their teeth. How does fluoride help your teeth? Fluoride works to benefit your teeth primarily in two ways: remineralization and bacterial control. Remineralization Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay […]
Preventing Bottle Tooth Decay
Bottles provide a child with a quick, easy way to drink liquids and, in some cases, they can even be used as a source of comfort. Unfortunately, prolonged and frequent exposure to the liquids inside the bottle, whether it is being used purely for drinking or as a comfort source, can cause your child to […]
