As far as positive health habits, getting your children to floss should be near the top of your list. When it comes to oral health, some children are easier than others. You ask them to start flossing, and not only do they comply, but they enjoy doing it. Others are just the opposite, which makes …
If your children have trouble going to the dentist, you don’t have to accept that it will be a fight every time they have an appointment. Any parent will tell you that all kids are different. This idea is especially prevalent in the case of pediatric dentistry. While some children will be happy to see …
Fall is here in St. Louis, which means school is back in session, football is here, and the leaves are changing. Another thing that often goes on in Fall is a decline in children’s oral health. The reasons for this include falling out of routines, Halloween candy, sugary drinks, and more. Below, we will discuss …
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 …