Do your children sort and savor Halloween candy like Susan Carraretto’s daughters? Here are 5 tips for keeping little teeth happy this time of year 1. Know your child and set limits accordingly. If your child naturally self regulates their candy consumption like my Julia and Sophia, don’t add unnecessary rules that might cause them…
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…
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…
When your baby is born, you quickly fall into a rhythm of regular visits with your pediatrician that continues throughout childhood. But many parents are more confused about taking their child to the dentist and caring for their teeth. Should my child see a pediatric dentist? This is the most common question I get. “Why…
