Dentistry for Children Blog
A Sweet Story
Recently, I was meeting my friends, Mike and Ike, to talk about Halloween. They decided to play a Twix on me. I was eating my favorite Mexican food and listening to my favorite musical artist….Marshmellow….when they slipped some Jalapenos on.... Read More >>
Halloween Tricks for All Those Treats!
Ahhh, Halloween! Who doesn't love all the spooky decorations and adorable costumes? But then there's the candy ... all. that. candy. As parents we want our kiddos to enjoy the holiday, but what are we to do about about all.... Read More >>
Choosing New Dental Insurance? Ask These Questions Before You Buy!
Are you on the hunt for a new dental insurance plan? Whether your company is entering open season for insurance plans or you've changed jobs and are looking at all new plans, it can be a daunting task to choose.... Read More >>
Where’s Cheesie?
Cheesie has been our beloved office mascot for years! He loves watching over all the kiddos in our office as they grow, and it shows in the size of his smile! Cheesie knows all the kids have awesome summer plans,.... Read More >>
Shark Teeth: When Should You Worry?
As a parent, you may find yourself a little alarmed when your child's permanent teeth begin to erupt behind their baby teeth, creating a somewhat menacing double row – much like a shark! This condition, playfully termed "shark teeth," is.... Read More >>
Top Tips for Terrific Teeth
A beautiful smile is important to all of us, and building healthy oral hygiene habits EARLY are the way to get there. No matter their age, right now is the very best time to help your child build healthy habits! Here.... Read More >>
Tooth Brushing is a Team Sport
Parents, you work hard to give your kids the tools to be successful. You spend years teaching them to tie their shoes, countless hours repeating the alphabet, and all those nights and weekends cheering from the sidelines at soccer games.... Read More >>
21st Century Technology: Your Dental Life Just Got Easier (and Better!)
The old country doctor. Making house calls and curing good folks of fevers, chills, and all the things that ail 'em. Picturing that worn leather doctor bag and a kindly smile on a bespectacled face really brings on the nostalgia.... Read More >>
Should you be worried about your child’s teeth grinding?
Teeth grinding (Bruxism) is generally not something you, as a parent, should worry about. Grinding of teeth is very common, from the first tooth’s eruption until around age 6 (or when the 6-year molars erupt). The general rule of thumb.... Read More >>
Diet, Cavities, & Bug Poop
What does that mean? It’s not only WHAT you eat but HOW you eat that affects your decay rate. If you are a frequent eater (lots of snacking or multiple small meals throughout the day) you are at risk for.... Read More >>
