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So much happens around the holidays that it’s often hard to find foods that everyone in your family will enjoy. You want to ensure your loved ones are full and satisfied, but you also want to avoid heavy and unhealthy dishes that can put their smiles at risk. Instead of letting the stress get to you, here are four dentist-approved meals you can be sure your family will love.
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Dental visits can be nerve-racking for children—and for parents too! When anxiety or special needs make routine care difficult, sedation dentistry can help your child relax and receive the treatment they need. But how do you know which dentist to trust with something so important? Here are some expert tips to help you find a sedation dentist for your child.
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Are you ready to journey around the globe? If so, get prepared for an adventure with a dental twist. The legends of the tooth fairy and various tooth loss traditions for kids have delighted children and families for centuries. Nowadays, these enchanting stories help make the experience of losing baby teeth both exciting and memorable for kids. Are you curious to discover some of the most delightful and surprising tooth fairy tales from all corners of the world? Let’s get exploring!
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The back-to-school season is often quite busy. In August and September, many families are in a rush to make sure their children are equipped with writing supplies, textbooks, calculators, and all the other tools necessary for a successful school year. Adjusting from summer vacation to full-time schoolwork can sometimes be stressful, and many kids let their dental hygiene fall to the wayside while getting up to speed with their new schedules. Here are a few tips to help your child ace their first dental exam of the school year.
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Is your child a picky eater? Do they prefer the same thing every day, or are they more adventurous and willing to try new foods? No matter what kind of eater they are, what they consume at school may negatively impact their pearly whites. While you control what is packed in their lunchbox, do you know what they buy with the money you give them two or three times each week? If you want to help them avoid missing school because they need cavity repair, keep reading to learn which foods are the best (and worst) for lunchtime.
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Everyone knows that playtime is fun, but did you know it also has some amazing benefits, too? According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), it’s an important part of child growth that helps encourage healthy brain development, imagination, and dexterity, as well as physical, emotional, and cognitive strength. It can also help broaden children’s understanding about a certain topic and encourage them to feel more comfortable with specific subjects, such as visiting the dentist. Whether your child has developed a curiosity for oral health, is anxious about an upcoming dental visit, or you’d simply like to foster a strong foundation for a lifetime of strong teeth and gums, here are a few dental-themed toys that can help make the most of their playtime!
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If you’ve noticed your child developing a second row of teeth behind their baby teeth, you’re not alone, and it’s not as scary as it looks. This common and usually harmless dental occurrence is known as “shark teeth,” and it’s a normal part of childhood for many kids. The term “shark teeth” comes from the way a child’s adult teeth sometimes emerge before the baby teeth have fallen out, creating a double row of teeth – much like a shark’s smile. It might look alarming, but it’s actually a sign that your child’s permanent teeth are coming in. Let’s take a closer look at why this happens and what you should do about it.
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A trip to the dentist can be a daunting experience for children. It’s a strange place full of unfamiliar sounds and scary-looking instruments that can lead to anxiety. Fortunately, there’s a very effective way to start breaking through these fears before they even set foot into the office—reading! Children’s books that discuss dental visits in a positive and relatable way can help de-spookify the experience and prepare your child for their dental appointment. Here are some recommended reads!
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Cold and flu season is here, and if you have a little one at home who’s caught a bug, it’s natural to want to do everything you can to help them feel better. Although heating pads and cold water can help them feel comfortable, you don’t want to forget about their dental health.
Bacteria in your kid’s mouth can flourish when they’re sick and cause oral issues like cavities and gum disease. Thankfully, you can prevent problems with these 3 tips for keeping your child’s teeth clean when they’re under the weather!
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November has arrived, ushering in the holiday season for families across the country. It’s the perfect time to plan your travel itinerary or purchase gifts for your loved ones. If you have children at home, you may already be looking for exciting and interesting new items to include in their stockings this year.
Although mints, chocolates, candy canes, and other sweet treats are popular choices, you don’t want to give them so much sugar that they develop cavities in the new year. Fortunately, your pediatric dentist has some creative ideas for smile-friendly items you can include instead! Continue reading to learn more about three stocking stuffers that can support your child’s dental health!
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