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Participate in Our Candy Buy Back to Support our Troops!

By Just for Kids Dentistry | October 14, 2016

Operation Gratitude annually sends upwards of 200,000 care packages filled with food, entertainment, hygiene, and handmade items, plus personal letters of appreciation to members of our armed forces to say “Thank You” to all who serve. Our dental practice is proud to participate in this operation by hosting our annual candy buy back campaign. Each Halloween, we offer our young

Ancient dental care remedies displayed on bamboo mat with mortar and pestle containing herbs.

Would you Brush your Teeth with Toast? Your Ancestors did.

By Just for Kids Dentistry | October 13, 2016

Did you know that dental floss used to be made of silk thread? Or, that toothbrushes used to be made of bone and horse hair? Oral health care has a long and weird history that stretches back to ancient cultures and includes numerous ingredients and tools that have helped carve the path for modern dentistry. Today, we look at the

Colorful fruits and vegetables that can damage children's teeth due to natural sugars and acids.

Stop! That Healthy Snack May Ruin Your Child’s Teeth.

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 29, 2016

As a parent, you’re always trying to gain a leg up on creating a healthy lifestyle for your child, and one of the best ways to help is by giving them a more nutritious diet. 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

Happy baby smiling showing healthy baby teeth and gums.

How to Prevent Childhood Cavities

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 15, 2016

It’s never too early to begin a healthy oral care routine. In fact, you should begin caring for your child’s gums long before their first tooth emerges, which is usually around the six-month mark of their life. Healthy gums are an important predicator of healthy teeth, and maintaining clean gums will help ensure that your child has healthy, cavity-free baby

Sugary drink in aluminum can surrounded by sugar pile with straw on red background.

Are Your Children’s Drinks Harming Their Teeth?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 1, 2016

The average American consumes 22 grams of sugar per day, which is double the recommended daily amount. All of that sugar does considerable damage to tooth enamel and can lead to cavities and other oral issues. Some of the beverages we consume are surprisingly high in sugar. Below are some of the best – and worst – drinks for your

Happy child in yellow shirt demonstrating proper flossing technique with dental floss.

Read This Before Letting Your Child Floss!

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 18, 2016

Flossing is an important part of maintaining a healthy mouth for your child, yet a recent study found that only 4 out of 10 Americans floss on a daily basis. Brushing teeth alone only cleans the visible areas and misses out on the spaces between teeth and leaves your child vulnerable to acid buildup and tooth decay. But don’t worry!

Picnic basket with red checkered cloth on green grass for family outdoor dining.

The Perfect Mouth Healthy Picnic for Your Family

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 4, 2016

Packing the perfect picnic is a fantastic way to get outside and spend some time with your family. But having an outdoor meal can also be a chance to eat foods that will improve your teeth! Below are some picnic “must haves” that taste great, and help keep your mouth healthy! French Onion Dip French onion dip is a delicious

Infant holding a bottle while lying down, illustrating proper bottle feeding practices to prevent childhood cavities.

Baby Bottle Do’s and Don’ts to Avoid Childhood Cavities

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 21, 2016

Did you know that childhood cavities are the most common chronic childhood disease, and are almost entirely preventable? A great place to prevent cavities is in your child’s baby bottle. Follow these steps to help keep your infant cavity-free. Don’t: Put Sugary Drinks in Your Child’s Baby Bottle Putting sugary beverages such as fruit juice or sports drinks in your

Strong tooth character lifting dumbbells to represent dental health and enamel strength.

6 Ways to Keep Your Kids’ Tooth Enamel Strong

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 7, 2016

Tooth enamel is the first line of defense your teeth have against plaque and cavities. It is the white, visible part of the tooth and it is also the hardest part of the human body. Unfortunately, tooth enamel takes a lot of abuse from the acids formed by cavity-causing bacteria. So how can you protect your child’s tooth enamel? 1.

Historical engraving of George Washington illustrating dental history discussed on McKinney dental practice website.

The Truth about George Washington’s Teeth

By Just for Kids Dentistry | June 23, 2016

George Washington, the first President of the United States and revolutionary general, had dental problems his entire life. When he was inaugurated President in 1789, he only had one real tooth remaining in his mouth. A man known for his strength and resolve, Washington’s great oral pain sometimes made it quite difficult for the renowned orator to deliver speeches, and