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[…]
Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month
Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month with Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers, Dr. Tim Verwest, DMD at the Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers. Join[…]
Kids Photo Contest!
Dr. Verwest is hosting a Kids Photo Contest! The contest ends February 28, 2014! Click the link above to find out more!
4 Reasons You SHOULDN’T Give In to a Child Who Refuses to Brush their Teeth
It’s just another normal morning routine — getting the kids out of bed on time, making breakfast, getting everyone dressed, and – of course –[…]
The Tooth-y Two’s: How to Care for Your Toddler’s Teeth
Ahhh, the terrific two’s. (That is the saying, right?) By now your child is sprouting some pearly whites, you’ve already been in to see the[…]
The #1 Key to Your Child’s Oral Health
Children today have a much better shot at a lifetime of good oral health than their parents did simply because of the recent improvements in[…]
Dental Care Before, During, and After Your Pregnancy
Congratulations on your pregnancy! The next few months will be a whirlwind of activity – sharing the exciting news with your friends and family, picking[…]
Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers donates to Tropic Isles Elementary
FORT MYERS, Fla. (January 16, 2015) – Pediatric Dentistry of Ft. Myers, Dr. Tim Verwest, DMD donated 100 toothbrushes to Tropic Isles Elementary community problem[…]
Are Cavities Really Contagious?
Surprisingly, yes. The #1 chronic childhood disease – dental caries – is actually an infectious disease. Moreover, since babies spend a whopping majority of their[…]