To help your family members prevent cavities and gum disease, you can teach them ways to take good care of their teeth in between dental visits. Use the following tooth care tips to give everyone in your family from the youngest member to the oldest the very best chance at maintaining excellent oral health. Practice…
Your child’s primary teeth should begin to fall out by the time he reaches age 6 or 7, according to the American Dental Association. Over the next five or six years, your youngster will gradually lose all his baby teeth, and new, permanent teeth will replace them. If a baby tooth needs a little coaxing…
So, why do you think some children are afraid of the dentist? For some children, the first visit to the dentist can be very intimidating due to a fear of the unknown. Sometimes, a parent can be nervous about a visit to the dentist based on their past experiences or concerns, and children become apprehensive…
With kids heading back to school soon (and some already started), it’s time to get back into the routine of packing lunches. Picky eaters can make lunch-packing a challenge, but add some orthodontic braces to the mix and it can make things even more challenging! But don’t worry – we’re here to help. Keep reading for tips and braces-friendly…
We all know how important brushing our teeth is – when we don’t, we face a buildup of plaque, which causes tooth decay, gum disease, and even loss. But while most adults know we should be brushing thoroughly twice a day for two minutes, getting young children involved can prove trickier. here are tips on getting children to…
Some kids can’t wait to get braces. Others are a little worried about what it will be like or how they will look. It can help to learn more about braces, which straighten your teeth and make your smile even better looking. Tooth Talk Lots of kids don’t have perfect teeth, so don’t worry if…
