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Common Pediatric Dental Care Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Are you a parent of a child who just got their first tooth? Stepping into dentist care for the first time with your child can be overwhelming. You may be unsure what to do between the dentist's equipment, tools, and procedures. Although you may be an expert in helping...

How Long Should Kids Brush Their Teeth?
Over the years, the American Dental Association has recommended that all adults should brush their teeth twice each day for right around two minutes. Brushing your teeth this often for this long should help to get your teeth as clean as you can get them. But...

When Do Kids Start Losing Teeth?
Did you know that the first teeth to appear on a baby are usually the front bottom teeth (otherwise known as the incisors)? As a parent, this likely fascinates you. After all, kids grow and develop, it's hard not to be enamored with their milestones from the moment...

A Parent’s Guide to Pediatric Dental Care
Most babies are born with 20 baby teeth that eventually get replaced with 32 adult teeth. Although seeing these first teeth pop through is an exciting milestone, it is the start of a lifelong journey of keeping teeth clean. Dental issues are common in young children....

Pediatric Dentists: Myths About Pediatric Dentistry
If you think you know a lot about dentistry, you might've been told some myths that are untrue in your lifetime. When you have kids, it's important to get the facts straight to help them take care of their oral health. Keep reading to learn the most common myths about...

Here’s Why Baby Teeth Still Need Professional Cleanings
Most adults see the dentist twice a year for teeth cleaning. But did you know that your child also needs to see the dentist for teeth cleaning as well? Your child's baby teeth require care that's just as important as caring for their adult teeth. But why should you...

Everything You Need to Know About Pediatric Braces
Approximately 4 million people are wearing braces in America at any given time. Pediatric braces are a great way of straightening out teeth and ensuring children have a straight, clear smile as they grow up. But many parents are worried. They don't know exactly how...

The Ultimate Guide to Daily Dental Care for Children
About 42% of young children have had cavities in their baby teeth. Many parents underestimate the importance of childhood dental hygiene because those teeth will fall out. Unfortunately, poor oral health can lead to gum problems (which are difficult to reverse). ...

How To Choose the Right Family Dentist for Your Needs
As of 2022, there are more than 188,000 dentists in the US. Unfortunately, not all these dentists can suit your family's dental care needs. You need to shop around and find a perfect dentist for your loved ones. Experienced family dentists treat anyone in your family,...

The Top Benefits of Seeing a Pediatric Dentist
Parents should take their children to the dentist by the time of their first birthday or by the time they get their first tooth. But the question is, should your child see a general dentist or a pediatric dentist? There are many benefits of seeing a pediatric dentist,...
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