Posts Tagged ‘ dental care ’

It’s time for holiday celebrations, and your kids are doubtless looking forward to holiday visits with family and friends as well as lots of treats. During these hectic months, it can be easy to let some things slide, but good oral hygiene shouldn’t be one of them. Maintaining good dental care habits is especially important […]

Halloween is just around the corner, and your kids are no doubt looking forward to trick-or-treating. But all those sugary treats can do serious damage to children’s teeth and gums, especially if they aren’t vigilant about brushing and flossing. If you’d like to give out Halloween treats this year that are healthier for kids and […]

Mouthguards are not only a requirement for most contact sports, such as football, but also a reassurance for parents. We recommend that young athletes wear mouthguards even for low-impact sports and activities like skateboarding. Although there may not be as much risk of contact when participating in low—or no-impact activities, it takes just one fall […]

Ensuring your child’s oral health is essential to their well-being and development. While focusing on milestones like your child’s first steps or words is natural, dental health should not be overlooked. Some problems that seem minor or a normal part of growing up can lead to serious dental health issues later in life if not […]

Establishing good oral hygiene habits in your children can ensure they continue properly caring for their teeth as they grow older. Children who practice good dental care routines as toddlers are more likely to take care of their teeth properly as teens and into adulthood. With good habits, your children can have healthy, beautiful teeth […]

Although tooth sensitivity is more common in adults, children can also develop sensitivity to hot, cold, or pressure on the teeth. Tooth sensitivity may not be the same as a toothache caused by a cavity, but the conditions can overlap. Any time your child complains about a sensitive tooth, call our office to determine whether […]

Halloween is right around the corner, and cavities are soon to follow unless you know how to select the best candy for your dental health. The scariest part of Halloween isn’t the fake ghosts and monsters; it’s the monstrous damage to your dental health caused by consuming certain types of candy. You can reduce the […]

The 2022 school year is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to go back to school than with a beautiful smile of healthy teeth. But the shift from summer vacation to the school year also means changing daily routines, like when to wake up, go to bed, do homework, and eat meals. […]

As we continue to battle COVID-19, flu season is upon us, and eating well is more important than ever. With flu season comes the holidays and the opportunity to indulge in the nutritious fall flavor of pumpkin. Nothing screams autumn like pumpkin, and lucky for us, the oral and overall health benefits of this winter […]

We are only as happy as our saddest child. Whether you believe that statement to be true or not, we can all agree that mothers want their sons to be happy. What father doesn’t love to see his daughter grinning? And what’s the universal indicator of a happy kid? A smile. If you knew the […]