There is some debate on whether or not chewing gum is good or bad for your teeth. Depending on the type of gum, the answer is that chewing gum is … read more
Choosing a Toothbrush for Children
From birth, it’s important to care for your child’s teeth. The primary teeth that grow in a child’s mouth affect the overall health of the permanent teeth, so practicing proper … read more
5 Ways To Get Kids Interested in Brushing
Getting kids to brush their teeth isn’t the easiest task in the world. Often times, they begrudgingly oblige in order to appease you, the parents, but this isn’t the best … read more
What Are Dental Sealants?
Dental sealants are thin clear, white, or slightly tinted plastic coatings that are applied by a dentist to the grooves and depressions on the back teeth to protect the teeth from … read more
How Does Sugar Damage Teeth?
With Halloween approaching this week, many parents are wondering how much candy they should allow their children to have, and how sugar really affects teeth. Sugar is bad for the … read more
How Much Toothpaste Should A Toddler Use?
Question: My toddler is ready to start brushing his teeth on his own. How much toothpaste should he use? According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children under two should … read more
Help! My Child Fell And Lost a Permanent Tooth!
Question: My child fell and lost a permanent tooth! What should I do? A child’s permanent teeth begin to come in at around age 6. However, as most parents know, … read more
Should I Be Concerned About My Baby’s Teeth?
Question: My child is one year old and still has no signs of teeth. Should I be worried about this? The most accurate answer to this question is no, you should not … read more
Question: Is it necessary to fill baby teeth?
Many parents have questions about their baby’s teeth because, let’s face it, we don’t remember what was happening with our own teeth when we were infants! Many people may not … read more
Question: When Should Children Start Flossing?
Your dentist tells you every time you go in for a cleaning or to have dental work done that flossing is so important to your teeth and overall mouth health. … read more
