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Does My Child Need a Root Canal?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | February 1, 2021

If your child’s tooth has become infected or damaged, you may have heard the term “root canal.” You may be wondering, “Does my child need a root canal? Don’t baby teeth just fall out anyway?” While it’s true that baby teeth will fall out eventually, protecting your child’s mouth from premature loss of a baby tooth can prevent further issues

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What You Need to Know About Space Maintainers

By Just for Kids Dentistry | January 1, 2021

If your child loses a baby tooth at an earlier age than is typical, their dentist may recommend a space maintainer. You’re probably wondering what you need to know about space maintainers and if one is necessary for your child. Space maintainers are used to hold space until a child’s adult or permanent teeth come in. If the space is

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Helping Your Child Beat Plaque

By Just for Kids Dentistry | December 1, 2020

You may think it is too early to teach your child to care for their teeth, but healthy teeth early in life can be an important step towards healthy teeth in adulthood. The dental care habits developed in childhood are the foundation of the habits that will be practiced throughout life. Read on to find out how you can be

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Fluoride and Your Child

By Just for Kids Dentistry | November 2, 2020

Parenting is a tough job, with many balls to juggle. Each parent has to ensure their child is nurtured, socialized, eats nutritiously, educated well, and sees the doctor regularly. Oral hygiene for kids can be an important priority for parents, but one thing can help keep their teeth strong and healthy: fluoride. Learning about fluoride and your child can help

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Are Gummy Vitamins Bad for Teeth?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | October 1, 2020

We all want the best for our children, and we hope for a relatively easy way to do that. Gummy vitamins seem like a godsend to parents who want to keep children’s diets well rounded and full of nutritious choices. But we all want to know: Are gummy vitamins bad for teeth? If they are, what options do we have?

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How to Support Healthy Teeth For Kids

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 1, 2020

Naturally you want to help your kids learn healthy habits in caring for their smile. So how can you encourage dental hygiene for kids? Here are 5 ways to encourage healthy teeth for kids. 1. Support Healthy Teeth with Healthy Hygiene Taking time to brush and floss properly daily is an important part of healthy hygiene. Oral hygiene is the

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Good Oral Health Habits for Kids

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 3, 2020

It is universally acknowledged that parents want the best for their kids, and when it comes to dental hygiene, the same is true. Good oral health habits for kids are important to parents because healthy dental habits in childhood can set them up for a lifetime of good dental health. So how can you help your child set up lifelong

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Teaching Your Child Healthy Brushing Habits

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 1, 2020

Healthy Brushing habits are just as important for kids as they are for adults, and parents can have the most impact on their child’s lifetime of oral hygiene. So how can you begin teaching your child healthy brushing habits? Teach by Example Be an example of thorough and comprehensive oral hygiene for your kids. Show them that healthy brushing habits

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Dental Hygiene for Kids

By Just for Kids Dentistry | June 1, 2020

Helping your kids maintain great dental hygiene is a tough task, but dental hygiene for kids is still an important part of parenting little ones, and you can do it! Be Diligent Starting when they’re small, wipe their gums with a soft washcloth after feeding. As they grow, involve them in the routine, making it into a game and a

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7 Ways to Make Dental Hygiene Fun for Kids

By Just for Kids Dentistry | May 1, 2020

Dental Hygiene is an important part of keeping healthy at all times. But especially now when preventative dental care is suspended while we all stay home to avoid exposure to COVID-19. And while it can be a rollercoaster of many different emotions and experiences staying home as a family during this experience, you can make the most of it by