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Making Oral Hygiene Fun!

By Just for Kids Dentistry | January 3, 2020

Making oral hygiene fun for kids can be a challenge. The every day routine for brushing and flossing and eating healthy foods can be tedious even for adults. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Here are some ways to make an important routine sparkle for your kids, and inspire enthusiasm! Let Them Be Involved Letting kids help shop

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When Should My Baby Visit the Dentist?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | December 4, 2019

There are many precious firsts in your child’s life. First food, first word, first tooth. You know the power of making memories with your child as they experience each first, so why not make one more? If you ever have wondered: “When should my baby visit the dentist?” the answer is, soon. This is one memory you can do your

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Tooth and Enamel Erosion: How Energy Drinks Can Contribute

By Just for Kids Dentistry | November 5, 2019

Since an early age, we’ve been told to avoid sugary foods and beverages, as they can increase the risk of tooth and enamel erosion. That’s oral hygiene 101. Dentists have been kind enough to remind us numerous times those sugary carbonated soft drinks and sodas are no friends of our teeth. However, there’s a fact that might not have been

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How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | October 9, 2019

The importance of brushing Brushing is your first line of defense against oral health issues. When you brush your teeth properly, you ensure a brighter smile. Toothpaste is undoubtedly important, but what’s even more significant is getting the right toothbrush and how frequently you change your toothbrush. According to statistics, 2.28 million Americans said that they’ve spent $250 or more

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Finding a New Dental Practice: 5 Questions You Should Ask

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 2, 2019

Searching for a new dentist can be an overwhelming and difficult experience. Finding a new Dental Practice is an important task that can impact your oral health. Here are 5 things to look for that can help inform your search and give you the confidence needed to trust your oral health to a trustworthy provider. What Experience Do They Have?

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Kids and Teeth Grinding

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 12, 2019

Grind, grind, grind… if your little one happens to be a teeth grinder, you may be familiar with this unpleasant sound. Teeth grinding, or what our team also calls bruxism, is common in children. In fact, three out of ten kids grind or clench their teeth, usually in response to stress, jaw growth, malocclusion, losing teeth, or other discomforts, such

5 Food Swaps for Healthy Teeth

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 25, 2019

When it comes to taking care of our teeth, striving for perfection is unrealistic. Rather than completely cutting out foods that may harm your smile, try swapping them for less damaging alternatives. Below are 5 easy food swaps you can make for clean, shiny teeth! Swap sticky candies or dried fruit for the fresh stuff. It’s no surprise that

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Children and Halitosis

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 2, 2019

Many parents are unaware that children can also suffer from symptoms of halitosis, better known as chronic bad breath. This common oral problem affects a majority of the population, including both adults and children. During treatment for this condition, it’s worthwhile to focus on the cause of the problem. Take a look at the most common reasons why your child

Summer Sports and Mouthguards

By Just for Kids Dentistry | June 17, 2019

School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other equipment you’ve collected over the school year (that’s where that other shoe went!), be sure to keep one item handy: your mouthguard. Team and contact sports like football, basketball, and

Are My Child’s Baby Teeth on Schedule?

By Just for Kids Dentistry | May 31, 2019

Your darling three-month old is crying and fussy—can she be teething already? Or, your happy baby boy has just celebrated his first birthday—with only one tooth in that beautiful, gummy smile. Is this normal? Probably! While baby teeth do typically erupt (come in) in the same order for all babies, and around the same time, there is still a