Whether you call it a binky, a baba, a soothy, a paci, or something else entirely, some children absolutely love and need the pacifier to self-soothe and calm down. For many new parents (and seasoned parents too), it is the… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘children’s oral health’
How to Tell If Your Child Has Gum Disease
Gum disease can affect anyone of any age. Although we typically think of it affecting adults, it can also both children and teenagers. Here are some of the way you can tell if your child is at risk for developing… Read More
4 Things that Can Cause Your Child to Have Bad Breath
Bad breath can be embarrassing for anyone. Does your child have bad breath? It might not be due to poor oral hygiene habits. There could be any number of reasons why, no matter how dutiful they are about brushing, flossing,… Read More
Keep Your Kids’ Teeth Healthy this Summer
Can you believe summer is more than half over already? Between sports camps and late nights, it can be difficult to get your kids to eat right and practice good oral hygiene. With all of those activities going on, keeping… Read More
3 Tips for Helping Your Children Develop Healthy Dental Hygiene
The key to helping a child develop any healthy habit is to start early. The sooner a child starts doing something, the more likely they are to continue. Provide plenty of encouragement. Make dental hygiene as fun as possible and… Read More
How to Prevent Your Child from Swallowing Toothpaste
Everyone understands the importance of getting children to start brushing their teeth. Good dental hygiene habits start early and will last a lifetime. But some parents find out that some children can get more out of brushing their teeth than… Read More
Caring for your Children’s Teeth
Dental health is important at every age. Even children with baby teeth that will eventually fall out need to keep up with good hygiene. Baby teeth play an important role in your child’s overall development, from biting and chewing food… Read More
How to Keep Your Child’s Teeth Healthy: Tips From Your Olney Dentist
Teaching your child proper dental health habits can be a bit like pulling teeth. Most children will experience cavities at some point in their life but by teaching them good habits you can go a long way in helping them… Read More
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! With all of the health concerns that apply to children, including frequent visits to the doctor for check ups and shots, sometimes children’s oral health can get lost in the mix. This month… Read More