In a child’s first few years, pacifier use generally doesn’t cause problems. But constant, long-term pacifier use, especially once permanent teeth come in, can lead to dental complications.
In a study funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Assistance and Nutrition Research program, Temple University recommended weaning children off the bottle at the right time might help reduce the elevated childhood obesity rates among children and alleviate other health problems. Childhood development specialists recommend weaning your child off the bottle no later […]
How to make dental visits easy for your kids? With your help, dental visits can be a positive – even fun – experience for your kids. Our staff will spend time with your kids to help them feel comfortable and understand what they can expect. As parents, you can help us make their next visit […]
Dental care home regimen involves things like finding the right toothpaste, toothbrush, mouth rinse, floss and correct technique for brushing and flossing. Of all these important things to have, the most basic part of dental care is tooth brushing. It would always start on finding the right toothbrush. Toothbrush comes in many forms, shape and […]
Children are sometimes lazy when it comes to brushing their teeth. Even if they fully understood the importance of maintaining clean teeth, they do not like brushing. They sometimes bluff and tell you that they have already brushed, even if they really haven’t. Caring for your children’s teeth means encouraging them to brush regularly. You […]
Why baby teeth matter? As parents, you love to see the first appearance of your child’s first baby teeth. Seeing the first pearly white erupt out of the gums makes you so excited. Witnessing the early milestones of your children’s development makes you confident that he or she is going to be a normal and […]
Dental sealants are protective covering of the teeth to keep it from bacterial attacks which in turn cause cavities. Mostly, it is applied to children with permanent teeth which have just erupted. The main purpose for this kind of dental procedure or treatment is to cover the teeth to keep food debris and cavity causing […]
Many people have “fear of the dentist” when it is time to visit their dentist. Often, the worry of pain or discomfort is the first thing that comes to mind. Kids have anxiety of their own and if they don’t understand what is about to happen, their fear will grow into a full panic. This […]
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