We all like tips and tricks to make our smiles healthier, happier, and more appealing. Scheduling a checkup every 6 months to ensure your gums and teeth are healthy is top of the list! Brushing at least twice a day is too. But did you know just a simple visit to the grocery store could…
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Did you know? Children can start losing their primary teeth or ‘baby teeth’ between the ages of six and seven. We wanted to share a list to help make the process as easy as possible for parents! Do’s ● Tell your child to wiggle loose teeth with their tongue – For some of…
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Did you know that the first day of summer is around the corner? As summer approaches, we all anticipate spending time at the pool or lake with family, barbecuing and having fun outside. But before you begin summer fun, don’t forget to schedule your kiddos dental check-up! We want the oral health of your children…
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How to still enjoy the holidays while keeping a healthy smile: T’is the season to be cavity-free! The most wonderful time of the year is quickly approaching! Everyone knows that during the holidays there is one thing everyone can agree on: FOOD. All kinds of food. Whether it’s the pumpkin pie you wait all year…
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It’s important to teach our kiddos the importance of their oral health and how it affects our general health as well. Oral Health Month is recognized every June to remind patients the importance of their oral health and taking care of their teeth. The first step to teaching kiddos about their oral health is brushing…
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Healthy primary teeth are critical to ensuring your child is on track to hit their overall development benchmarks! Although they will eventually fall out and become replaced with permanent teeth, primary teeth still serve an important role. According to the Pediatric Dentistry Journal, “rampant cavities are associated with insufficient development in children who have no…
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Our mouths are the perfect breeding ground for germs and bacteria! The wet and moist environments in our mouths create the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive and multiply. Did you know that on average, a typical human mouth contains about 7 million bacteria, exceeding the number of people who live on earth? We don’t…
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According to the American Thoracic Society, “cavities and gum disease are due in part to bacterial infection, which can spread to the lungs”. Children with respiratory disorders are at increased risk of developing gingivitis, erosion and periodontal disease. Asthma is a condition that constricts oxygen from entering the airways, creating a difficulty to breathe. Studies…
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When finding out about your pregnancy, there are many precautions you are encouraged to take, such as avoiding undercooked fish or meat, alcohol and unpasteurized dairy products. Along with these precautions, one that may be overlooked is maintaining proper oral hygiene! When you become pregnant, your body starts to experience many changes. One of these…
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According to the National Institute of Health, 8% of children ages 6-11 have untreated dental decay. Similarly, cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases facing children today in the United States. Untreated cavities and decay pose many problems to the overall health and wellbeing of children, such as problems eating, learning and growing.…
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