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 …
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 …
Five Habits That May Wreck Your Teeth
Unlike our bones or skin, our teeth do not have regenerative powers and cannot grow back together if broken or chipped. Every day we do things that potentially put our teeth in danger. Many of these practices are habits we have acquired over time even though our parents told us not to do them. The tables have turned and now …
Prepare and Prevent Cavities With Sealants
We all know the importance of brushing and flossing regularly to help prevent cavities and to protect our teeth. There are a few things you probably haven’t heard of, or given much consideration to, that you can do to protect your children’s mouth health. According to many dentists teeth sealants are one of the most-recommended, yet most under-used treatments to …
Electric Toothbrushes: Fact or Myth?
Are electric toothbrushes really better for your teeth? With hundreds of toothbrush options available in stores, many consumers may be wondering if electric toothbrushes really are better for your teeth. While some individuals swear by the efficiency of electric toothbrushes, many dentists seem to agree—the way you brush your teeth matters much more than the type of toothbrush you choose …
Spring (Teeth) Cleaning
Clean Your Teeth… And Your House As spring is quickly approaching, you’ve most likely got dirty baseboards and window sills on your mind. But the truth is, taking care of your body is just as important as taking care of your home. A perfect place to get started on taking care of your body is with your teeth. So here’s …
5 Things That Make a Great Pediatric Dentist
What Your Children Need In Their Dentist 1. Environment Suited for Children Not all dentists have the right environment for children. I remember as a child going to the dentist and being so scared of what the secretary was going to say to me (usually I got in trouble for “causing ruckus” in the office). However, as a family focused …
New Teeth for the New Year
Photo by Flickr User Scott Cresswell Chances are, you’ve already set some great New Year’s resolutions for 2014. That’s great! But you’ve probably forgotten a very important part of yourself that also needs some careful attention this year: your teeth. Don’t stress, it’s still January, and you’ve still got time to make some goals for 2014; this time, just don’t …
All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth
Photo by Steven Depolo The classic Christmas tune “All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth” may be just what your little one is feeling this Christmas season. Although some kids enjoy the attention they get from others when they’re missing their front two teeth, others are anxious to be able to eat normally again, or to have …
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