July
16
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
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.
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
Helping your child care for her own teeth is critical to a lifetime of healthy smiles.
July
2
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.
July
2
Many people, especially children, suffer seasonal allergies in the summer as well. The symptoms of these allergies can range in severity from mild sniffles and sneezes to severe asthma attacks that result in hospital stays.
June
24
Children generally lose teeth in the order in which they grew in, which means that, for most children, the bottom two front teeth are usually the first two to go.
June
22
Taking kids to the dentist can be difficult even under the best circumstances, but children with special needs can present even greater challenges when it comes to a trip to the dentist.
June
10
Through all the changes that the season of summer brings to families, one thing must remain a top, daily priority – good oral hygiene.
May
21
Check out this great video that uses one of many children’s favorite creatures – dinosaurs! – to teach kids everything they need to know about brushing and flossing.
