Children who do not have their malocclusion (crooked teeth) treated could face a lifetime of oral health problems. In addition to the cosmetic aspect of this condition, a misaligned smile will also increase their risk of tooth decay, gum disease, chipped teeth, and a myriad of other issues. Schedule an appointment immediately Even if your […]
How to Make Your Kid’s First Loose Tooth an Exciting Event
When your children begin to feel loose teeth, they may express some level of trepidation. Perhaps their friends made them feel afraid, or maybe they saw a television show that depicted losing a tooth in a negative light. No matter what the stimulus was, you can reverse these thoughts and help make this experience an […]
4 Signs Your Children’s Dental Health Is at Risk
Although the first teeth children get are temporary, the oral health of children is still very important. Proper tooth development and good dental health play a role in proper food chewing and digestion, speech development, and growth of healthy permanent teeth. Parents and dentists both play vital roles in healthy mouths for children. There are […]
5 Tips for Getting Your Children to Stay Calm at the Dentist
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders estimates that nearly 10 percent of people in the US suffer from dental phobia, otherwise known as fear or anxiety at the dentist’s office. Many people cite a traumatic or painful experience at the dentist’s office in childhood as the reason for their apprehension and disquiet over routine dental […]
5 Tips to Make Dentist Trips Less Stressful for Kids
It’s very common for children to be afraid of the dentist. No matter if they’ve been there before or not, it’s still easy for kids to correlate the dentist’s office with scary tools, loud noises and pain. However, there are some things that you can do to help lower your child’s stress levels when going […]
5 Ways to Ensure Your Child’s First Dental Visit Is a Success
It is an exciting day when you bring your child in for the first trip to the dentist. However, it can also be a bit of a scary day. For some kids, it may be really frightening to make that first trip to the dentist. If you want to make your child’s first trip to […]
6 Reasons to Start Taking Your Child to the Dentist
Visiting the dentist regularly is not just about having whiter teeth or a more beautiful smile. It is about improving your oral and overall health so that you are less likely to develop diseases. This fact is particularly important to a child whose teeth and body are still developing. Without proper care, the teeth and […]