Your baby’s teeth begin forming when you are just four weeks pregnant. In fact, when your child enters the world, their mouth contains the fundamentals of both their primary–or baby–teeth and their permanent, adult teeth. How you care for your child’s primary teeth before they are old enough to reasonably assume that responsibility themselves can forever affect their permanent teeth, for better or worse. Most children are not capable of adequately brushing and flossing their teeth by themselves until about the age of six. Read More»
If you drink tea, you may already be well aware that this tasty beverage can leave a stain across your teeth. If you depend on tea to give you the energy you need every day, you will have problems related to the cosmetic appearance of your teeth. Thankfully, there are some ways to reduce the rate the tea will cause teeth staining, even if it doesn’t prevent the problem altogether. Read More»
Baby teeth are essential for setting the stage for adult teeth and enabling proper speech skills and chewing during your child’s early years. When it’s time for them to be replaced by adult teeth, it is vital that you get the process of removing them right so as to prevent injury and pain.
Here are simple tips on how and when to pull out your child’s baby teeth.
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If your teenager is having a problem with bad breath and is embarrassed about the situation, then there are many things you can do to help improve their breath and restore their self-esteem. While it is very important that you visit your dentist to determine the root cause of the foul odors, here are some tips you can use at home to improve the situation while waiting for a dental appointment: Read More»
Children are often extremely active. Their level of activity will usually increase once you enroll them in sports. This can also contribute to an increased level of injuries, including tooth fractures. High-impact sports and other activities can result in a vertical root fracture. If your child develops a vertical root fracture, then it will look like a crack that appears at the base of their tooth near their gumline and dental pulp. Read More»
