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4 Quick Tooth Tips for New Parents

By Just for Kids Dentistry | January 11, 2018

Being a new parent is a HUGE challenge filled with thousands of questions and a lot of research. We’re here to help new parents get their children a healthy smile with some of our favorite tooth tips for new teeth! Begin an Oral Health Care Routine Question: do you have to clean baby’s mouth if it has no teeth? Answer: YES! A baby’s first

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Don’t Let Your Child Use Their Teeth as Tools

By Just for Kids Dentistry | December 28, 2017

Did you know that you can crack or fracture your teeth if you use them improperly? In fact, cracked and fractured teeth are the third leading cause of tooth loss. If your child decides to use their teeth for anything other than eating, then they face an increased risk of damaging their teeth and facing costly dental repairs. You can help your

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Stocking Stuffers for Kids of all Ages that help Teeth Shine!

By Just for Kids Dentistry | December 14, 2017

Those of you celebrating Christmas are quite familiar with stockings, and have surely filled them with little gifts on more than one occasion. This year, we suggest balancing out some of the candy and tiny treats with some mouth-healthy stocking stuffers! Toothbrush – Great for Any Age Toothbrushes should be replaced every 3-4 months, depending upon the health of the bristles,

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Oral Piercings Can Harm more than just Appliances

By Just for Kids Dentistry | November 30, 2017

Piercings are a trendy way for teenagers to fit in with their friends and express themselves. Teens can pierce just about any part of their body, but it can be particularly concerning when your child gets an oral piercing. Tongue, lip and cheek piercings can damage teeth, gums and cause infections that can lead to more serious illnesses. Piercings can Damage Oral Appliances Oral piercings

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Some “Health” Food can Cause a Catastrophe for Teeth

By Just for Kids Dentistry | November 9, 2017

Whether it’s snacking on granola bars, or choosing fruit instead of potato chips, there are endless dietary actions that you can take to improve your child’s health. But, before you overhaul their diet, did you know that some foods that are marketed as healthy are actually terrible for teeth? When shopping for your child, watch out for some stealthy unhealthy food. Granola Granola is typically advertised as

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What’s the Best Toothpaste for Children?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | October 19, 2017

Tooth decay is the most common childhood disease, with more than 16 million children suffering from them each year. Oral disease also leads to just over 51 million school hours lost every school year. So how can you help prevent your child from getting cavities? You can buy them toothpaste that works to protect their teeth. What Type of Toothpaste

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Is Mouthwash Safe for My Child?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | October 6, 2017

Different types of mouthwash have different benefits like preventing tooth decay, reducing plaque, freshening breath, and reducing and preventing gingivitis. But with so many products on the market it can be hard to know what to look for in a mouthwash. Additionally, it’s tough to know which types of mouthwash are safe for your children to use. Never fear, parents! We’ve

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Super Fruit for Super Healthy Teeth

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 21, 2017

It can be tempting to give your children pre-packaged snacks to satisfy their hunger and save a little time. But, a lot of packaged snacks contain a high amount of sugar or carbohydrates, which can lead to cavities. However, there are some super fruits will please your children – and make their teeth happy too. Apples Apples are high-fiber fruits,

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Our Top Tooth Tips for a Mouth Healthy School Year

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 7, 2017

Did you knot that cavities are the leading reason for children missing time at school? Luckily, cavities are almost entirely preventable. As your child gets into the groove at school, it’s important that they stay healthy all year long to avoid missing valuable class time. Here are some helpful tips that will help keep their teeth clean and keep them in class. Establish a Consistent Brushing

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Is Sugar Always Bad for Teeth? That Depends…

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 17, 2017

Eating too much sugar can lead to tooth decay, but it can be difficult to find snacks or cook without sugar. However, there is an all-natural sweetener that can help clean teeth and still satisfy your sweet tooth. Here’s how sugar can lead to cavities, and why xylitol is a sugar substitute you should know about. Sugar Fuels Cavities Sugar feeds the