Here are three tips that should have your children brushing their teeth like a champ. It's tough to get young children to brush their teeth. Whether you blame a lack of understanding of the long term implications or the laziness of the Smartphone generation, getting … [Read more...]
Gummy Vitamins Make Sugar Stick to Your Teeth
When I was a child, chalky chewable vitamins were the thing. I remember Flintstone vitamins and Sunkist Vitamin C chewables fondly. Sometimes, I would eat more than one because they tasted so good, but never more than three or four! I'd probably heard somewhere that you could … [Read more...]
Choosing a Dentist for Your Child
First impressions are everything, and it's great when a child's first dental experience is a positive one. It is very important to get off on the right foot, or tooth as the case may be! Choosing the right dentist for your child's first dental visit is the first step. Here are … [Read more...]
Healthy Diet Choices to Prevent Dental Cavities in Children
Diet is the most critical factor in determining your risk for getting cavities. While oral hygiene habits, genetics, medication, and overall health are contributing factors, diet is the most important by far. The epidemic of dental decay in the United States is directly linked to … [Read more...]
Parents Allowed! Parents in the Room for Dental Treatment on Children
Treating children is one of my favorite things to do in dentistry. I’ve been doing dentistry for children since I first started in private practice, and I’ve grown more committed and confident in treating children every year. It’s one of the most challenging and rewarding … [Read more...]
