It’s not long before it’s back to school for your young ones. Typical back-to-school duties include shopping for school supplies and uniforms. Add to the duties list by including a dental visit. Learn why back-to-school dental care is important before…
For babies and toddlers, thumb sucking in itself is not an indication of a problem. It is natural, and in fact, it even has some benefits. For example: Babies who suck their thumbs develop fewer allergies. That’s because exposure to…
New Year’s Day is the time of year to celebrate new beginnings and for kids to learn about making resolutions. This is also the opportunity for you to instill good oral health as a resolution that is easily attainable. Improving…
As the holidays approach, parents should be more mindful than ever of the foods their children consume, especially those high in sugar. We are all guilty of indulging in our fair share of desserts around this time of year, so…
Having a child that has sensory difficulties can make normal tasks overwhelming for the parents and children alike. Dental visits can be extremely triggering with such a visually and auditorily burdening environment. However, most dental offices are well-prepared to cater…
Caring for your children’s teeth should always be a normal part of their daily routine. Developing good dental habits in children’s formative years can set them up for good oral health care lasting throughout their entire life. Providing children with…
Planning for your child’s health can include shots, pediatric appointments, and of course, dental care. Many parents understand the importance of visiting a pediatric dentist for their child, and typically bring them for the first time during the toddler years.…
Going to the dentist for a child can be an unsettling experience. With extra auditory and tactile stimulation, a child can be easily overwhelmed. However, it is important that you do not let this fear take the place of the…
As children, our teeth help us chew and speak properly. In the stages of tooth eruption, our first set of “baby teeth” come in around 6 months old. By age three, on average, we will have 20 primary teeth in…
Now that our children’s sports are getting back into action, it’s a great time to be mindful of what types of beverages they are using to rehydrate. Many of us buy sports drinks for our active kiddos to boost energy…
