Manual or Electric Toothbrush?
In recent years electric toothbrushes have gained increasing popularity among young adults and children. Some parents have questioned if electric toothbrushes work better than just[…]
Help With Sensitive Teeth
One of the most common dental complaints involves sensitive teeth. Whether it’s biting into a cold ice cream cone or drinking a hot beverage, the[…]
Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers voted “Best of Southwest Florida”
Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers, Dr. Tim M. Verwest, DMD has been voted best pediatric dentist of Southwest Florida 2015 by the Ft. Myers News-Press[…]
How Often Should my Child go to the Dentist?
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, checkups are recommended for all children two times a year. Children should be evaluated for cavities and[…]
Reasons to Brush!
With the aid of dental floss, and mouthwash is brushing twice a day still necessary? Absolutely. In fact, twice is the minimum number of brushing[…]
Tooth Friendly Foods
Did you know that every time your children have a snack, the cavity-causing bacteria in their mouths have one, too? When mom and dad choose[…]
Preventing Tooth Decay
If you think cavities are an inevitable part of childhood, think again; tooth decay, which is actually an infectious disease caused by bacteria, is completely[…]
Developing a Dental Checkup Habit
Next to brushing and flossing, a regular dental checkup is the single most important thing you can do for a healthy mouth. It’s also one[…]
The Importance of Baby Teeth
Why are baby teeth important? Your child needs their baby teeth to be healthy to chew their food, speak, and keep the space needed for their[…]
Dr. Tim M. Verwest, DMD sponsors South Ft. Myers High School Band
FORT MYERS, Fla. (May 15, 2015) – Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers, Dr. Tim Verwest, DMD made a donation to the South Ft. Myers[…]