April 22, 2020
Dental emergencies are bound to come up when you have young children. Our team wants you to be prepared in case you run into a difficult situation. Problems can vary, from minor gum irritation to knocked-out teeth. Take a look at the different possibilities and how you can handle them. Teething Depending on the age…
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March 26, 2020
What is the strongest part of our bodies? Do you think it might be our bones, which help us move and protect our brains, hearts and other organs? Or could it be those tough fingernails and toenails that guard our fingertips and toes? Nope! You might be surprised to learn that the hardest thing in…
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March 12, 2020
So much of parenting is a balancing act. Making sure your child has enough play time and enough nap time. Crafting meals that are both healthy and appealing. Making sure every dental product you use is both effective and safe. While our team can’t recommend the perfect bedtime story, or tell you why your child…
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February 4, 2020
A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake patients make in their oral care routine, and it can be detrimental to the gums and teeth. What can brushing too hard cause? Receding gums…
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January 22, 2020
The habit of grinding teeth can be both painful and harmful for your children. If you discover that they are frequently grinding their teeth—a condition called bruxism—here is some helpful information on the problem, and how you can find help to put a halt to it. How to Know if Your Child is Grinding Sometimes,…
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January 3, 2020
You want to check all the boxes when you consider your child’s dental health. You make sure your child brushes twice daily to avoid cavities. You’ve made a plan for an orthodontic checkup just in case braces are needed. You insist on a mouthguard for dental protection during sports. One thing you might not have…
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December 4, 2019
Many people think of flossing as something you do only when you have something stuck between your teeth. But, it’s really a practice you should make part of your oral care routine every day. Flossing cleans the spaces between your teeth in the same way that your toothbrush cleans the more accessible surfaces. It removes…
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November 24, 2019
The first line of protection for your child’s teeth is the enamel, which is the white, visible part of the tooth. It’s also the hardest substance in the human body, and yet it takes a lot of abuse. Enamel can crack, chip and wear away. What steps can you take to protect your child’s enamel?…
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October 27, 2019
Children of all ages can’t help bug get a little messy – dirty plates stains on clothes, playing in the mud, you get the picture. But this is part of the everyday life of most children but when it comes to their dental care, it is extremely important to keep clean. While brushing and flossing…
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October 15, 2019
Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty eater doesn’t feel like finishing her food. Perhaps she finds it hard to go to sleep when she’s usually nodded off before you finish the…
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