If you are the parent of a small child, you know that you need to keep an eye on them at all times. They will find all sorts of things to put in their mouths, and they may try to eat things that they should not. Toothpaste is not made to be eaten, and while...
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How to Help Your Teeth get Strong with the Right Food
You know that there are a few things you’ll need to do to keep your teeth healthy and strong. For instance, do you brush your teeth twice every day, floss at least once a day, and visit our dentist once every six months? While each of these steps is very important, there are a few...
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Thumb Sucking: Does it Affect Teeth?
As you may know, your child could suck their thumbs for a number of reasons. In fact, most children suck their thumbs to comfort themselves when they’re upset, or when they are trying to fall asleep. However, do you know what thumb sucking can do to your child’s oral health? Thumb sucking can actually damage...
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What Causes Your Child To Grind Their Teeth?
Have you heard your child grinding their teeth while they sleep? This condition is called bruxism, and it is actually very common in children. In fact, about a third of children experience bruxism, starting when they are five-years-old until they grow out of it when they are about ten. Some common causes of bruxism include:...
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How To Get Your Child Into The Habit Of Brushing Their Teeth
Lifelong habits start at a young age, so make sure your child develops good ones such as daily tooth brushing and flossing. We Are Family Children learn by example, so it is important that you brush your teeth with them. They not only learn how to brush their teeth correctly by watching you, but they...
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6 Tooth Disposal Traditions From Around The World
Here in the U.S., the tooth fairy is the one children believe to collect their teeth from under pillows at night, leaving gifts in their place. But this adorable figure looks very different elsewhere. Learn about 6 tooth disposal traditions from around the world, some past and some present. I Smell A Rat: The tooth...
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What Is A Dental Sealant?
Cavities are a very common dental health problem, especially in children. The molars and premolars in the back of the mouth are most susceptible to tooth decay because they have many depressions and grooves which make cleaning difficult. But you can protect these teeth with a dental sealant. What Is A Dental Sealant? A dental...