A healthy diet is important for everyone, but for your child’s proper growth and development, they must get their recommended daily allowances of bone-growing, muscle-strengthening vitamins and minerals. A colorful diet based on whole foods like dairy, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats will help make sure your child has all the building blocks so …

Dental sealants have become more common as a means to prevent tooth decay in children. What exactly are they, are they safe, and what is involved in applying them? While at-home brushing, flossing, and professional cleanings remain the best way to prevent cavities, sometimes little hands have trouble brushing well. The grooves (called pits and fissures) that run through the surfaces …

Helping your child brush their teeth and establishing good habits now can set them up for a lifetime of good oral health. Teaching your child good oral hygiene habits can be trying, but it’s one thing your child will carry with them for the rest of their lives. Here are some ideas to help even …

During the COVID-19 pandemic, every aspect of our lives has taken a drastic turn. And while many activities grind to a halt, health-related conditions don’t always follow the same strategy. Dental problems often occur at the most inopportune time, and our current situation amplifies that challenge. The American Dental Association (ADA) guidelines currently recommend that …

People often think vaping and e-cigarettes are safer than tobacco, but recent studies prove otherwise. Decades of research has shown how addictive and dangerous smoking and using tobacco products can be. In an attempt to quit, some people turn to vaping as a tobacco replacement. But recent studies show that vaping can cause the same …

Sleep apnea is a dangerous sleep disorder that affects millions of Americans. Learn its symptoms and options for treatment.  Sleep Apnea is a general term describing a disorder in which a person sporadically stops breathing throughout the night. Episodes of sleep apnea can last from just a few seconds to a few minutes. A patient …

In the rush to get your kids back to school, don’t forget a mouthguard! School is just around the corner and that means the start of fall sports. While it’s a fun time for student-athletes, kids with braces can get severely hurt without proper mouth protection. Even in low contact sports, a stray ball, foot, …

Space maintainers are usually a simple and straightforward way to keep the space open for adult teeth to come in. In some cases, a simple space maintainer can prevent more expensive treatment, like braces, in the future. Who doesn’t love seeing a little child laugh, showing off a huge grin complete with spaces from missing …

The Tooth Fairy is a worldwide phenomenon with ties dating back to the earliest written records of Norse and Northern European traditions. Other countries have followed suit, and today there are many incarnations of a tooth-taking figure. In many cultures, it is a rat or mouse. In Argentina, children place their tooth in a glass …

Not all dental cleanings are created equal. Find out why some hygiene appointments cost more than others and learn how you can save time and money in the dental chair. A “regular” cleaning is clinically called prophylaxis or a prophy cleaning and is a preventative measure to prevent periodontal disease. It includes removing plaque and …