To Pull or Not to Pull? Child’s Loose Tooth
The simple answer? No. To be on the safe side, you should encourage your child to pull it out himself instead. Only your child can[…]
6 Long Term Health Effects of Poor Oral Hygiene
People generally agree that good oral hygiene is essential to overall good health. But do you know why? Unfortunately, many of us don’t. We know there[…]
Everything You Need to Know About Caring for Braces
A smile is priceless. (Remember that, Mom and Dad, when the first orthodontist bill arrives!) And a straight smile is one of the best things[…]
Medical or Cosmetic: Are Braces Really Necessary?
Anywhere between 50% and 80% of kids in the US are flashing metal-filled, rite-of-passage-to-teenagerdom smiles. But how many of those kids absolutely needed braces for[…]
7 Reasons You and Your Child Should Get Your Teeth Cleaned
It’s hard to get to the dentist. There’s no doubt about that. And without any noticeable pain or discomfort, it’s easy to keep putting it[…]
Teaching Your Child To Floss
Let’s face it – as adults, we generally don’t floss, despite the constant nagging from our dentists and the guilt-ridden, embarrassed responses we’re forced to[…]
When Should You Make Your Child’s First Dentist Appointment?
The first trip to the dentist comes a lot sooner than you might think. Doesn’t it feel like baby just popped out and now he[…]
Motivating Kids to Care for Their Teeth
We can teach children how to brush their teeth, but convincing them to do it is another story. We talk to people all of the[…]
What To Expect at Your Child’s First Dentist Appointment
So your child just turned 1, and you’re scheduling their first visit to the dentist. Doesn’t it seem like the anticipation of this appointment is worse[…]
Let Them Play! The Power of Play on Learning
Have you ever tried to teach a child to ride a bike using a series of computer-generated charts and diagrams? I didn’t think so. But[…]