Thumbsucking is a very common habit for young children and is usually nothing to worry about. However, it can be a concern when the habit continues or when it begins to cause problems with normal oral development. Here’s everything you need to know about...
One of the most surprising facts of caring for your teeth is that you should actually wait at least an hour after eating before brushing. In fact, brushing right after a meal may actually do more damage than good. Here’s why you shouldn’t brush your teeth immediately...
Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Can chocolate actually be good for your teeth???
Occasionally parents will reach out to us because they’ve been alarmed by the sounds their children make while sleeping. It’s not uncommon for children to grind their teeth, especially during sleep. In fact, some estimates put that number close to 33%. Tooth...
According to the American Dental Association, nearly 20% of Americans never floss. Many people invariably view flossing as optional which causes it to become one of the most frequently neglected parts of any oral care routine. But as much of a plaque fighter that...
Did you know that the most common chronic childhood disease is tooth decay? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly one out of every five children in the US has an untreated cavity. More than 51 million school hours are lost every year...
The History of Chewing Gum Chewing gum has a long and fascinating history. For 5,000 years humans have enjoyed chewing on bark tar, resin from the mastic tree and other plants and grasses. American Indians made a form of gum from spruce tree sap. But for most of...
There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about a child’s first teeth. Primary teeth, also called milk teeth or baby teeth, are the temporary teeth that end up under pillows and provide plenty of business for the tooth fairy! Here are four myths about baby teeth...
We often hear from patients concerned about the exposure to radiation from dental radiographs, or x-rays. Naturally, they want to limit anything that may present a health risk to themselves or their children. New technology, however, means that the amount of...
We want children have a more positive view of going to the pediatric dentist. Preventing and alleviating the fear associated with dental visits is important in encouraging future overall oral health. Adults who are not afraid to go to the dentist are more...
