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Summer is here, and that means your son or daughter has more time for fun outdoor activities like playing sports. This can mean a whole world of fun for them, but it also increases their risk of dental emergencies such as knocking out or breaking a tooth. Those sure aren’t fun! If you want to avoid an extra trip to your child’s dentist this summer, follow these 4 tips.
Your son or daughter has recently started playing sports, and you couldn’t be happier. They’re making friends, getting exercise, and having the time of their life. However, they have also been consuming a lot of sports drinks. Many of these beverages advertise themselves as healthy, and they can certainly be a great way to refuel after a practice or game. But are they mouth-healthy? Let’s look at what a dentist has to say about what these drinks can do to your child’s teeth.
Kids never like going to the dentist. If you’re a parent, you know that better than anyone. Sometimes it feels like a miracle just getting them to go to their routine checkups! That’s why it’s best to avoid having to go to the dentist for emergency reasons. One way to do that is by teaching them to not use their teeth as tools. If your child uses their teeth for anything other than eating, they could risk facing a fractured tooth and extensive dental repairs. A pediatric dentist is here to explain 4 things you shouldn’t let your child do with their teeth.
If you have children, you already know how difficult it can be to get them to brush their teeth. Oftentimes they’ll end up fighting you every step of the way! That’s why it’s important to pick a toothpaste that will help them prevent cavities. It’s also important to pick one they will like. There are a few things to consider when it comes to deciding which toothpaste to buy for your kid. Read on as a pediatric dentist tells you what you need to know to make this choice.
In the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, it was found that 59% of adolescents ages 12-19 had cavities in their permanent teeth. Dental caries, or cavities, are the most common oral health problem even though they’re 100% preventable. As a parent, keeping your young one’s smile healthy and bright is one of your top priorities. Your pediatric dentist lets you in on the top 3 cavity-causing activities that your teen may be doing. Read on to learn what they are and how to fight cavities with proper dental care. (more…)
As a parent, your most important priority is that your child grows up with a happy and healthy smile. While losing their baby teeth is a completely natural part of your loved one’s growth, losing them too soon can have a detrimental impact on their oral health. You may be wondering how that can be when their teeth aren’t even permanent yet. Your pediatric dentist fills you in on the importance of baby teeth and how they help shape adult smiles. Nothing fills your heart more than seeing your son or daughter flash a grin, so it’s worth it to read on and learn why your child may be losing their teeth too early and how to prevent it.
As your child grows into a teenager, you have probably already said goodbye to the baby teeth and hello to the permanent ones. And while you may have worked hard to instill good oral habits in them as a child, their busy lives can keep them from adhering to the twice a day brushings and daily flossing. If you want to keep your teen’s oral health in check, a pediatric dentist shares three of the biggest threats to your teenager’s teeth and what you can do to help.
You’re standing in the bathroom brushing your teeth when you suddenly notice your toddler standing in the doorway watching you. Giving her a smile, you finish caring for your pearly whites before patting the footstool for her to stand on. After putting a bit of toothpaste on her Cinderella toothbrush, she starts brushing away while you put on some music and start a dance party! This type of fun activity can inspire and encourage your children to maintain good oral hygiene. If you’re looking for other ideas to help ensure good habits, let a pediatric dentist share 4 ways you can help care for your child’s teeth and gums at home.
You love to see your child smile. It’s the best part of your day, and it warms your heart. But parenting is full of challenges, including getting them to do simple things on their own like brush their teeth. Sometimes you have to pick your battles and let certain things slide. Their baby teeth are going to come out anyway, are they really worth the time and effort to keep healthy? In fact, those little baby teeth are very important for your child’s oral and overall well-being. Check out these 4 good reasons from your pediatric dentist to make taking care of your child’s baby teeth one of your priorities. (more…)
These days, kids are more tech savvy than ever before. They can navigate through apps with ease and seem naturally gifted with whatever device they can get their hands on. There are also apps for everything under the sun—including apps for helping kids keep their teeth clean. From your pediatric dentist, here are just some of the best apps available that can make your child’s oral care more fun, efficient, and effective. (more…)
