It’s a fairly common occurrence among toddlers and young children, especially during times of stress. Thumb-sucking can be a calming mechanism. Most of the time, this habit tends to go away by the age of 4 or so. Still, every parent should be up to the challenge of helping their child not suck on their digits, for a variety of …
4 Reasons to Visit a Pediatric Dentist
Choosing your dentist is just as important as choosing a doctor for your family. We know you always want the very best for your kids, especially when it comes to their health. While family dentists provide excellent care, a pediatric dentist has specific benefits that can help your kids have great teeth for the rest of their lives. 1.Specialization Pediatric …
Why Are Baby Teeth Important?
Baby teeth are the first molars to emerge through the gums around the age of six months old. They help you to chew, smile, and speak. They give shape to your face and set the path for later teeth to grow into. Typically, each person has 20 baby teeth that lead to the 32 permanent teeth that are usually all …
Healthy Diet and Good Dental Health
In the world of dental healthcare it is important to always take care of your teeth with specific routines everyday from brushing to flossing to using the correct amount of fluoride toothpaste. But how does diet play a role in your children’s dental health? When it comes to snacking there are so many things that are easy grab and go …
National Children’s Dental Health Month
Happy February! It is national children’s dental health month. This month is dedicated to help promote healthy brushing habits and fighting cavities for children. The theme poster this year to promote healthy habits is “Sugar Wars” showing kids in a spaceship with their dog go and battle cavities, sugar, and plaque build up in space. These posters are to help …
Toothpaste Debate
Children’s Toothpaste Debate When we think of putting something in our mouths we usually hope that it will taste good. The same goes for when we are brushing our teeth. It is very important to start children practicing good oral hygiene routines, but does the Elmo grape flavor on the bottle give children the same results as standard “adult” toothpaste? …
Good Habits Start Young
Whether they be good or bad, habits can develop early on in young children and stay with them for a long time. When it comes to brushing, habits can make the difference between keeping and losing their teeth. Contrary to common belief, habits can take much more than 21 days to develop. Research says it can take anywhere from 18 …
What is ECTD?
What is ECTD? ECTD or Early Childhood Tooth Decay is exactly what it sounds like: children’s teeth that are decaying and rotting. However, ECTD refers to baby teeth in children as young as one year. While most parents are concerned about the oral health of their kids, baby teeth early on in a child’s life can often be neglected. Teeth …
Bringing Your Children’s Grinding to a Halt
While bruxism, a condition more commonly referred to as grinding your teeth, is not a problem exclusively for young brushers, approximately 33% of all children suffer from grinding their teeth too much. Throughout the article we will discuss some of the reasons why children start to grind their teeth and what parents can do to help bring the grinding habit …
When Should My Child Start Losing Their Baby Teeth?
According to the American Dental Association, your child should start developing their primary “baby” teeth between the ages of 6 months and 1 year old. By the age of 3 most children have a full set of 20 primary teeth. Baby teeth’s lifespan is short, most kids start losing their baby teeth between the ages of five to seven years …