August

12

Sesame Street Play Shows How to Protect Teeth From Decay

This video shows the Sesame Street character “Bert” worrying and attempting to rally those around him, while the show just goes on. In this case, the show is about brushing your teeth, and how to protect them from decay.

August

4

Tackling the Sweet Tooth Head On

Studies have actually shown that children form their food preferences based on the foods offered to them by their parents.

July

30

Get Your Back to School Groove On!

This week marks the final days of July, which can only mean one thing: Let the back-to-school preparations begin!

July

22

Getting to Know Your Teeth

Helping children get to know their teeth is one of the many ways to get them actively involved in taking good care of their own teeth.

July

16

Your Anxiety Helps Create Your Children’s Fears of the Dentist

One thing is for sure – when your child is afraid of something (like a trip to the dentist), it’s up to you to be the good influence who shows your kiddo that there’s nothing to fear.

July

16

Finding Safe Ways to Take Our Furry Friends on Vacation

While many of us can’t imagine a vacation without our canine companions – none-the-less boarding our beloved pooches while we are out of town! – it turns out that flying with our dogs can be nothing short of deadly, without proper planning.

July

14

Tooth Sensitivity? Try Chewing Sugarless Gum!

While the study was aimed at helping relieve those with tooth-whitening related sensitivities, researchers found that the simple act of chewing serves as a “Lamaze technique for the teeth,” noting that chewing gum is an extremely cost-effective way to deal with tooth sensitivity.

July

13

The Thumb-Sucking Facts

All babies have a natural instinct to suck. Many babies develop the habit of sucking something, be it their thumbs, a finger, their hands or a pacifier. Babies suck to soothe themselves when they are tired or upset, and when they are hungry. It is perfectly natural for babies to suck their thumbs.

July

9

Tips for Keeping Your Child’s Teeth Healthy

Helping your child care for her own teeth is critical to a lifetime of healthy smiles.

July

2

Healthy Eating Habits Equal Healthy Teeth

Fresh vegetables are a great choice to avoid tooth decay. Fresh fruits are a good choice, but, since they do contain sugars, it’s best to brush your teeth within 20 minutes of eating them, since plaque begins to form in that time frame.