If you’re dedicated to taking good care of your smile to keep it healthy and bright, you’re probably already using fluoride toothpaste. So when your dentist or dental hygienist offers you a fluoride treatment after a cleaning, you’re probably curious about the extra...
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...
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...
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...
Tooth decay is the most common childhood disease, with more than 16 million children suffering from it each year. Oral disease also leads to just over 51 million school hours lost every school year. You can help prevent your child from getting...
Baby teeth aren’t permanent, but did you know that it’s possible to loose a baby tooth too soon? Here’s everything parents need to know about losing a baby tooth too soon. It’s too Soon When… If your child loses a tooth before the...