preventive dentistry
10 Healthy, Fun Easter Treats for Kids and Families
Take advantage of these fun, healthy Easter treats. Holidays are so much fun! However, all too often, they are accompanied by a disappointing trip to the dentist. If we’re not careful, holiday sweets and candies can do a number on our teeth, especially when they are enjoyed for weeks afterward. Make your kids’ dentist proud…
Read MoreWhen Should My Child Wear a Mouth Guard or Night Guard?
Make sure your child’s teeth are protected at all times. Many sports are considered contact sports for a reason; there is a lot of contact, and as such, the chance for injury dramatically increases. Basketball, football, soccer, hockey, cheerleading, baseball, wrestling, volleyball, you name it. If you’re like most parents, you walk a fine line,…
Read More5 Facts You Should Know About Childhood Cavities
How to Lessen your Child’s Cavity Risk Have you ever read the facts from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about childhood cavities? The statistics are staggering. Among children between 12 to 19, over half have experienced a cavity in their adult teeth. Over half of younger children between the ages of 6 and…
Read MoreParenting a College Student: 10 Tips to Help Them Be Their Best
Successfully Parenting a College Student The day you’ve thought about for 18 years has arrived. Your baby doesn’t look so little anymore, holding that college acceptance letter. In an instant, your mind races through your nearly two decades together. You think about baby rattles, cribs and crawling. Then suddenly, you remember middle school braces, their…
Read MoreThe Parents’ Guide: Healthy Teeth From Infancy to Kindergarten
Children’s oral care changes as they grow. While loving your child is deep and instinctive, parenting a young child is an art of adaptability. Small children learn and grow quickly, so you must learn how to handle each milestone and phase of their life, whether it’s their new ability to open kitchen cabinets or the…
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