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4 Important Facts about Baby Teeth that You Need to Know

By Just for Kids Dentistry | September 13, 2018

Baby teeth play an important role in helping children develop healthy smiles that grow with them. Here’s five important facts about baby teeth that parents need to know to help their children keep their baby teeth healthy and strong. 1 – Baby Tooth Enamel is Hard, but Vulnerable Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, yet it is always under

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The Risks of Children Playing Sports without Mouth Guards

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 30, 2018

Sports can be incredibly fun for children, but they also put them at risk for injury. Did you know that your child is 60 times more likely to sustain damage to their teeth when they aren’t wearing a mouth guard? Here’s what your child risks when they play sports without a mouth guard. 1 – Broken Teeth Teeth are hard, but they are

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We Found the Supreme Healthy Snack for Teeth – and It’s So Simple

By Just for Kids Dentistry | August 16, 2018

A healthy diet plays a pivotal role in getting healthy teeth and gums, but what is the best snack food for a healthy mouth? We looked all over, and present to you the supreme healthy food for teeth – apples. Full of Fiber Apples are packed with fiber, and that’s great news for teeth. Fiber is an excellent nutrient for mouth-health,

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Reluctant Brushers? 3 Easy Ways to get Your Kids to Brush Their Teeth

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 26, 2018

Toothbrushing is not the most fun activity for children but it is absolutely necessary for a healthy life. Here’s how parents can encourage their children to brush by making toothbrushing fun! 1 – Brush Together One great way to making brushing fun for young brushers is by brushing with them. This helps you get into a fun routine with your child and have a bit more time together, and allows

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Rocky Mountain Brown Water and the Wild History of Fluoride

By Just for Kids Dentistry | July 12, 2018

Some of the greatest scientific discoveries occurred by accident. From falling apples, to sandwiches that don’t mold, some of our greatest achievements began as simple analysis of the natural surroundings. Fluoride, one of dentistry’s most powerful tools in the fight against cavities, also has a similar origin story. The Colorado Brown Stain In 1901, a young dental school graduate named Frederick

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4 Ways to Have a Cavity-Free Summer

By Just for Kids Dentistry | June 28, 2018

Summer time presents parents with an excellent chance to help their kids get ahead on their oral health. Here’s how you can help your children have a cavity-free summer. 1 – Maintain an Active Oral Health Routine It can be hard for kids to get into a summer brushing routine if they don’t have to wake up for school. Relaxed schedule

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Quick Tips to Help Your Child Beat Thumb Sucking

By Just for Kids Dentistry | June 14, 2018

Thumb sucking and finger sucking are habits common in many children. In fact, nearly one third of all children suck on their thumbs or fingers in their first year of life. Sadly, thumb sucking is an unhealthy oral habit that can have many different consequences down the line. Thumb Sucking can Cause Oral Health Problems Unfortunately, thumb sucking can lead to many oral developmental issues

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How Dental Crown Help Children’s Teeth

By Just for Kids Dentistry | June 4, 2018

In a perfect world teeth would never need maintenance, and every smile would be healthy and bright. But, life isn’t perfect, and teeth sustain a lot of wear over time. Luckily, dental crowns are a fantastic way to combat a number of tooth ailments and improve overall oral health. Dental Crowns Alleviate Multiple Problems Dental crowns are incredibly versatile tools that aid smiles

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How Parents can Prepare for Common Dental Emergencies

By Just for Kids Dentistry | May 10, 2018

Life can’t be completely mapped out, but parents can take some practical steps to prepare for some common dental emergencies. Fractured Tooth Kids play rough, and their teeth sometimes bear the brunt of their actions. If your child fractures a tooth, then gather what fragments and store them in a clean container of cool water, saliva, or milk. It is important that

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The Top Vitamins & Minerals Your Child Needs for Healthy Teeth

By Just for Kids Dentistry | April 19, 2018

There’s much more to oral health than simply brushing and flossing. In fact, the food you eat plays a large role in getting a healthy mouth. Here’s some of the most important vitamins and minerals that contribute to optimum oral health. Vitamin A One of the absolute best vitamins for overall oral health is vitamin A. That’s because it helps keep saliva