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Christmas Foods Your Kids Will Love—That Are Healthy Too!
Celebrating Healthy Holiday Snacks and Meals For many families, Christmas and the holidays are just as much about celebrating with loved ones as they are about enjoying the nostalgic foods and drinks we only have during this season. From steaming mugs of hot chocolate...
What Is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay and What Can I Do About It?
Early Tooth Decay in Infants and Toddlers Did you know that your baby's bottle could increase their chances of developing tooth decay? Baby Bottle Tooth Decay is a fairly common issue parents face, and one that many are unaware of until their child's pediatric dentist...
Do Pacifiers Mess Up My Baby’s Teeth?
What Parents Should Know About “Pacifier Teeth” Have you ever heard of “pacifier teeth” syndrome? If you’re a parent of an infant or toddler, you may have read or heard that pacifiers, bottles, and thumbsucking can wreak havoc on your child’s smile. In reality, the...
Proper Handwashing for Kids and Parents
Why you should teach your child to wash their hands. Keeping your hands clean is one of the most effective (and easiest) ways to stay healthy and prevent the spread of diseases. When you follow proper handwashing guidelines yourself—and teach your children the...
4 Causes and Cures for Kids’ Bad Breath
Solving your kids' struggle with stinky breath. Morning breath before brushing or garlicky breath after dinner is normal, but what if your child's bad breath seems to be an unpleasant guest throughout the day? Your child might have a case of halitosis. What is...
5 Best Remedies for Teething Babies
Everything you need to know about teething. The arrival of your baby's first teeth is an exciting milestone for parents. Teething signifies that your baby is healthy and growing, soon moving past the infant stage toward toddlerhood. Unfortunately, it isn't so fun for...
10 Tooth-Friendly Foods to Dress Up Thanksgiving for the Kids
Creating a healthier Thanksgiving spread of special foods for your kids. Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful, but it's also a time synonymous with delicious feasts and holiday-favorite dishes. Between homemade pies, freshly baked cookies, and warm hot chocolate,...
5 Reasons You’ll Want Dental Sealants for Your Kids
The Protective Power of Dental Sealants “Your child has a cavity,” is a phrase every parent would happily go without hearing during their child’s six-month checkup. Unfortunately for many parents, tooth decay remains a battle despite them doing their very best to...
How Safe Are Dental X-rays on a Scale of 1 to 10?
What Parents Should Know About Their Kids’ Dental X-rays X-rays are a routine part of preventive dental appointments, but many parents are concerned about radiation exposure. This often brings up questions about the overall safety of an X-ray for kids and whether they...
Your Ultimate Checklist for Top-Notch Dental Crown Care
Give your crown the care it needs to last as long as possible. There are many reasons why dental crowns are some of the most common restorative dental procedures. They’re incredibly effective at saving and protecting teeth that might otherwise be lost, restoring...
Stainless Smiles: When Should You Get Your Kids Stainless Steel Crowns?
Stainless steel crowns can help your child on their journey toward a healthy smile. Have you ever caught a glimpse of something shiny and silver in the smile of your child’s friend or classmate? Chances are you noticed their stainless steel crowns. A silver-colored...
Sedation Dentistry for Children with Special Needs
Helping kids relax with sedation dentistry. Kids with special needs can sometimes be more prone to developing oral health issues due to factors like limited mobility or medical complications. Visiting a gentle, skilled pediatric dentist at least every six months is an...