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Recognizing Gum Disease and Taking Early Action

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 25, 2014

If you or your child’s gums bleed from routine brushing and flossing you should understand that this is not normal. If left untreated, gum disease may mean that teeth are lost or have to be removed.

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Being Prepared for Dental Emergencies

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 11, 2014

When a dental emergency occurs, it’s essential to get prompt treatment. Of course, the first (and best) step is to have an established dental home. Whether an injury happens on the playground, in school or at home, having a dental home and maintaining regular dental check-ups and cleanings is the first and best way to be prepared. Not only will

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Your Kids Will Love These Tooth Friendly After-School Snacks

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 28, 2014

The time when your child’s school serves lunch to when your family eats dinner often means that little tummies need a snack to hold them over. But snacking doesn’t have to be a health disaster. In fact, it can be a great opportunity to provide much needed vitamins and minerals to fuel your child’s active schedule. Below are a few

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Thumbsucking: Bad For Little Mouths?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 14, 2014

Not all children suck their thumbs or fingers and for those that do, it’s not always problematic. For some children, however, the thumb sucking habit can be a hard one to break. This can have a negative impact on growing mouths and developing teeth, causing the front teeth to push forward over time. According the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry,

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7 Tips for Teething Babies

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 31, 2014

Teething can be an uncomfortable time for babies, with little gums experiencing tenderness and swelling as emerging teeth break through the surface. In light of a recent FDA warning against using lidocaine for teething infants, we wanted to put together a few helpful tips for managing this sometimes-difficult time for your child. Massage sore gums. Gently rubbing your baby’s tender

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Four of the Best Tips to Encourage Kids to Brush

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 24, 2014

Use music or video to keep kids brushing longer. One of the biggest challenges to adequate brushing is getting kids to brush their teeth for a full two minutes. The 2Min2X website is a great resource with several cartoons and music videos that last exactly two minutes. Fun tools like this make it easier for parents to motivate their children

Patriotic July 4th dessert with fresh strawberries and blueberries on white frosted cake.

Three Great Ideas for a Tooth-Happy July 4th

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 3, 2014

You don’t have to totally abandon care for your teeth in order to have a good time during the holidays. Here are three great ideas to keep you smiling this July 4th weekend.

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Teenage Teeth: Seven Guidelines Parents Should Follow

By Just for Kids Dentistry | June 19, 2014

As children become more independent, parents often have less direct influence over their child’s oral care. The transition to adolescence means that schedules become more crowded and teens are left with more responsibility in caring for their own teeth. Too often, this results in first-time cavities and missed opportunities to catch dental issues when they are just beginning and are

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6 Steps to a Cavity-Free Childhood

By Just for Kids Dentistry | June 5, 2014

Following these 6 steps could mean that you child NEVER has a cavity.

Red sports drink bottle with splashing liquid illustrating dental erosion risks from acidic beverages.

The Truth About Sports Drinks

By Just for Kids Dentistry | May 15, 2014

Kids and teens love sports drinks. In fact, studies have shown that these “thirst quenchers” are consumed by 62% of adolescents every day. But are they good for your child’s body or teeth? And are they truly necessary for sports performance? Here are a few facts: Sports drinks contain more sugar than you may realize. After water, the second ingredient