Want to help improve your child’s dental health? Check out these blog posts to create the best oral hygiene routine for your child.
Once your child’s permanent teeth start to emerge, you may notice that they aren’t as bright and white as their baby teeth were! This is due to the fact that the top layer of enamel on baby teeth is thinner and whiter than enamel on adult teeth (American Academy of Pediatrics). If you’re wondering whether […]
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The most common types of dental fillings used in pediatric dentistry are composite (white) fillings and amalgam (silver) fillings. How do you know which type of filling is best for your child? Here’s everything you need to know about the different types of fillings in pediatric dentistry: What is a dental filling? Dental fillings are
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It’s normal for children to feel a bit anxious about their first visit to the dentist. After all, the dentist’s office is a new environment with different sounds, stimulations, unfamiliar people and unfamiliar tools! Kids being scared of the dentist is completely normal and natural – and it probably indicates that you’re doing a good
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Around 6 years old, children start shedding their baby teeth to make way for permanent teeth. This is a huge developmental milestone and a reason to celebrate your child’s growth! As your child’s teeth loosen up, you may wonder if you should help them shed – or let nature decide when it’s time for each
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If your child or teen has been complaining of tooth pain or tooth sensitivity, you may suspect they have a cavity. Dental caries, or cavities, begin to form when the healthy bacteria in your mouth comes into contact with sugars and starches. Together, they form an acid that begins to break down the enamel of
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February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! This month is all about raising awareness around the importance of children’s oral hygiene. This year’s National Children’s Dental Health Month theme is: Sealants Make Sense. Dr. Irene Hilton (D.D.S.), chair of the American Dental Association Council on Advocacy for Access and Prevention says, “Sealants on permanent molars
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Did you know that oral care should begin before your baby’s first tooth? Yes, it’s true! Your baby is born with 20 teeth nestled safely in their jaw, blanketed by their gums. When your infant begins “cutting teeth”, their teeth actually don’t cut the gums, but rather their gums move for their teeth to come
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So your child is growing up – and with your help, he or she is developing a strong oral hygiene routine that’s making you proud! Your child is already using a toothbrush, toothpaste and floss in their routine, but what about mouthwash? When should you start using mouthwash? Is mouthwash even safe for children? Here’s
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The best method to prevent tooth decay in children is through commitment to good health—oral health and nutritional health! Ideally, children should brush their teeth at least twice a day and follow a healthy, balanced diet to prevent tooth decay. Attending regular dental check-ups is also a critical part of good oral health! Frequent exams
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Kids Smiles is proud to announce they are a Veronese Sponsor of the 8th Annual Lawrence A Martucci Benefit Corp. (LAMB) fundraising event taking place on October 17th. LAMB focuses on providing funding for local pediatric cancer research. Their mission is to raise funds for organizations that are dedicated in the pursuit of finding a
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