MY CHILD HAS CANKER SORES! HOW CAN I HELP?
- posted: Dec. 17, 2020
According to the American Association of Pediatric Density, roughly one in five children suffers from canker sores. Canker sores are small sores that appear inside the cheeks, on the lips, Read More
A HISTORY OF THANKSGIVING
- posted: Nov. 24, 2020
Thanksgiving is a great occasion; one we look forward to at our office–although this year probably looks quite a bit different for many. It’s a time to be with loved Read More
PROPER BRUSHING TECHNIQUES
- posted: Oct. 29, 2020
Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums Read More
SHOULD CHILDREN USE WHITENING PRODUCTS?
- posted: Oct. 01, 2020
As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read More
WHICH TYPE OF MOUTHWASH IS BEST?
- posted: Sep. 17, 2020
Taking care of your oral health involves a daily regimen of brushing, flossing, and rinsing to prevent tooth decay and bacterial infections. Though you may have asked us which toothbrush Read More
CAN MY CHILD REALLY AVOID TOOTH DECAY?
- posted: Aug. 31, 2020
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break Read More
GETTING TO THE BOTTOM OF CHEWING GUM MYTHS
- posted: Jul. 21, 2020
It’s a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you’re chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read More
SUMMER TREATS FOR HEALTHY TEETH
- posted: Jun. 26, 2020
School’s out for the summer. While most children have been home for months now, it’s officially summer vacation. And you want to keep their vacation happy, relaxing, and fun—without letting Read More
I BRUSH MY TEETH REGULARLY. WHY DO I NEED TO FLOSS?
- posted: May 28, 2020
Brushing your teeth regularly is one of the most crucial parts of maintaining good oral health, and perhaps the most fundamental, however, there are also other elements involved. Flossing, for Read More
SMILE! IT’S TIME FOR ARTS & CRAFTS!
- posted: May 07, 2020
If you have a child who loves arts and crafts, try some of these creative projects with a dental twist. One of these activities is sure to give your child Read More
DENTAL EMERGENCIES IN CHILDREN
- posted: Apr. 22, 2020
Dental emergencies are bound to come up when you have young children. Our team wants you to be prepared in case you run into a difficult situation. Problems can vary, Read More
KEEPING YOUR TEETH STRONG AND HEALTHY
- posted: Mar. 26, 2020
What is the strongest part of our bodies? Do you think it might be our bones, which help us move and protect our brains, hearts and other organs? Or could Read More
LET’S TALK ABOUT FLUORIDE
- posted: Mar. 12, 2020
So much of parenting is a balancing act. Making sure your child has enough play time and enough nap time. Crafting meals that are both healthy and appealing. Making sure Read More
EASE UP ON YOUR GUMS — DON’T BRUSH YOUR TEETH TOO HARD!
- posted: Feb. 04, 2020
A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read More
TREATMENT AND DIAGNOSIS FOR YOUR CHILD’S TEETH GRINDING
- posted: Jan. 22, 2020
The habit of grinding teeth can be both painful and harmful for your children. If you discover that they are frequently grinding their teeth—a condition called bruxism—here is some helpful Read More
SUMMER SPORTS AND MOUTHGUARDS
- posted: Jun. 17, 2019
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other Read More
