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If you do these few things effectively, you will set your child up for a lifetime of excellent oral health. As a parent, you are constantly bombarded with marketing campaigns pertaining to your child’s health. Though this is true of many domains, it also applies to oral care. Between mouthwashes, vibrating toothbrushes, special toothpaste, and […]
Here are some simple things you can do if your child has sensitive teeth. The pain of sensitive teeth is bad enough for adults. Now imagine being a child and having to deal with that kind of discomfort. This is something that no parent wants for their child, but they may not understand how to […]
If your child’s gums are bleeding, it is not the end of the world, but it is an issue that requires your attention. A parent never wants to see their child bleeding. You may be afraid at first, but then compose yourself, diagnose the issue, and solve it. What makes gum bleeding so frustrating is […]
If your child is having a dental procedure involving oral sedation, there is no reason to fear; it generally comes with minimal risks. If you have a child who is going to have oral surgery, oral sedation might be recommended or even required. Oral sedation might sound intimidating due to the word sedation. However, unlike […]
Although highly significant, what goes on inside the body can be just as important as what goes on outside. Practicing good oral habits is a must to establishing oral health for your child both for the here and now and for the future. Although parents often realize the importance of brushing and flossing to their […]
To leave a fun and lasting impression, finding the best toothbrush to do the job and make them smile is important. The oral health habits that your child develops early on will likely set the tone for their oral health well into adulthood. Although it might not seem like a huge concern, the way that […]
It can be hard for children to understand anxiety, which is part of what makes it so scary. When you have a child with anxiety or phobias, it may be tempting to avoid things that that trigger that anxiety, but this teaches children avoidance, rather than management skills. If you want a healthy, well-adjusted child, […]
Losing the first tooth can be an overwhelming feeling for a child. It is hard to think back that far, but losing your first tooth may have been a very anxious time in your young life. Although it may be made easier by the promise of a visit from the Tooth Fairy, losing a first […]
If the Tooth Fairy is a no-show, don’t feel too bad. No parent is perfect and it’s easy to forget. No parent is perfect, and there are times when they forget things or mess up. With so much on your plate, you can’t possibly remember everything. Losing a tooth is such an exciting time in […]
Establishing good oral health is best done when a child is young. When you are dealing with children, their baby teeth might not be as important as their permanent. After all, baby teeth are temporary and will not last forever. But statistics show that the type of oral health habits that we build early on […]