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What Causes Cavities?

December 20, 2018

Tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease—5 times more common than asthma, 4 times more common than childhood obesity, and 20 times more common than diabetes. But, cavities are nearly entirely preventable and treatable. Here’s some common causes for cavities, and how to defeat cavities.   Poor Dietary Choices  One of the primary ways parents can help prevent…
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4 Healthy Mouth Habits for 2019

December 13, 2018

2019 is almost here, and it’s time to share our favorite mouth healthy habits that will help your family achieve oral health in the new year! 1 – Establish and Maintain a Proper Oral Health Routine  Food debris left on your child’s teeth encourages bacteria growth that eats away at enamel and causes cavities. This is why it’s important…
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Our Top Tips for Protecting Young Teeth

November 21, 2018

Keeping teeth clean is a full time job – especially for parents of young children. Here are our top tips for keeping young teeth healthy and clean!  Use the Right Tooth Cleaning Tools  Your child needs the right tools in their oral health arsenal to protect their teeth from cavities and tooth decay. Be sure that they…
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Your Children Aren’t Flossing and It’s Doing More Damage than You Think

November 15, 2018

Flossing is incredibly important to keep the spaces between teeth clean, which are often neglected. If your child doesn’t floss regularly, then their teeth – and overall health – could suffer.   Excessive Plaque and Cavities If your child is not flossing, then plaque can build up between their teeth and lead to cavities. Plaque is…
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Dental Cavities Just Love Halloween Candy Binges

October 25, 2018

Halloween is a fantastic holiday for families to enjoy their neighborhoods, and gives children a chance to fill their jack-o-lanterns with some serious candy. As fun as it is for children, Halloween candy is terrible for teeth. Here’s why cavities thrive on Halloween candy, and how you can help your child enjoy their Halloween candy…
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What to Expect for your Child’s First Adult Teeth

September 28, 2018

Teething can be a painful process for young children, and a confusing time for parents, and the process doesn’t end when your child’s last baby tooth arrives. Here’s what parents can expect from their child’s first adult teeth. The “6-Year” Molars  The first adult teeth to emerge are almost always the first molars on the…
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Essential Tips for Baby-Proofing Your House

September 13, 2018

New parents have a lot to handle as they welcome an infant into their home. Here’s some essential tips that can help new parents baby-proof their house and make it safer for their brand new family member. Don’t Let Things Tumble Down  The U.S. Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that more than 16,000 children under the age…
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Is Your Child’s Diet Hurting their Teeth?

August 30, 2018

Your child’s diet has a large effect on their oral health, and certain foods are healthier for teeth than others. Here’s how some food hurts teeth, and some healthier alternatives for snacking.  Types of Food that Harms Teeth  Some common children’s snacks and drinks can cause a lot of damage to teeth and tooth enamel….
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Back-to-School Checklist for Healthy Children’s Teeth

August 16, 2018

As your family prepares to go back-to-school, we wanted to give you a quick checklist that will help prepare your children for a mouth-healthy school year! Fresh Toothbrush  Did you know that you should replace your child’s toothbrush, or electric toothbrush head every 3 – 4 months? Toothbrushes face a couple of different problems that can…
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The Sworn Enemies of Oral Appliances

July 26, 2018

Straightening teeth and getting a healthy bite can be an uphill battle. To keep oral appliances clean and working properly, it’s incredibly important that you keep their sworn enemies at bay. Jawbreakers and Jollyranchers  Hard candy can absolutely wreak havoc on oral appliances. Hard candy can expose teeth to an extended sugar attack. Hard candy dissolves slowly, which allows bad…
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