Cavities (also known as caries or tooth decay) are one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood in the United States. Left untreated can cause pain and infections that may lead to problems with eating, speaking, playing, and learning. Children who have poor oral health often miss more school […]
White teeth not only enhances the beauty of your smile but also boosts your self-esteem as you face the world. But unfortunately, most of us suffer from multiple dental disorders, such as discolored yellow teeth, bleeding gums, cavities, toothache, and so on, due to our unhealthy dental habits and ageing, […]
Dental tips to parents of children with special health care needs. The texture of a toothbrush’s bristles can be enough to make dental hygiene an uncomfortable undertaking for children with special health care needs. And because children with autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other conditions are sometimes […]
Know the common mistakes parents make with their kids’ dental health. Poor oral hygiene and eating a diet high on sugar and the food items that stick to the teeth for long can play a havoc with your child’s dental health. Apart from picking the right food like vegetables and […]
Your child’s teeth goes through a lot of changes. Teething Your child’s first teeth may start coming in around 6 through 8 months. This is a process called teething. Often, babies who are teething want something to chew on. When looking for a teething ring, choose one made of hard […]
It’s no secret that what you eat and drink can affect your oral health ― think about enamel-eroding sugars and stain-inducing coffee drinks. But by focusing all of our attention on what we eat, we forget that how we eat and drink plays just as pivotal a role. Foods To Eat […]
You may be wondering what size toothbrush is most appropriate for your child to use based on their age. Though each child is different and their oral development is unique, we’ll walk you through which toothbrush your child should use as they grow up and how much toothpaste to use! […]
It’s not hard to tell when your baby starts teething. He or she may irritable during the day and sleepless at night. (And you might be too!) Here’s what to expect and how to keep your baby comfortable. When Does Teething Start? Your baby was born with all 20 primary […]
Just brushing teeth every day is not enough for taking care of teeth and many additional efforts are required to be undertaken. Oral health regime is now considered a vast subject and multiple practices are now adhered to in this respect. Of course brushing teeth twice a day for two […]
I used to rinse after brushing my teeth — and even went back over them with a wet toothbrush — to remove any remnants of toothpaste left in my mouth. But then I found out from a dentist’s TikTok video that doing this isn’t the most effective method. Why you […]