Three Things that Can Be Bad for Your Kids’ Dental Health
Every parent wants to see his or her kids grow up healthy and strong. Unfortunately, when it comes to children’s dental health, many parents don’t know about the many potential threats their smiles will face on a daily basis. In fact, they may actually be serving them foods that could be bad for their teeth. If you want to avoid chips, cracks and cavities, here are a few foods that have no business in your kids’ diet, and a few others that should be used sparingly and thoughtfully, in order to protect their oral health. (more…)
Are Your Kids Really Taking Great Care of Their Teeth?
Most parents go to a lot of trouble trying to make sure their kids are healthy. From doctor’s appointments, to healthy diets, safety gear for athletic events and many other protective measures, good parents want to do all they can to ensure their children grow up strong and healthy. When it comes to kids’ oral health, however, it is all-too-easy to overlook some surprisingly simple steps that can be taken to ensure their teeth and gums stay healthy. If you want to do more to make sure your kids’ smiles are really well cared for, start by making sure they brush and floss their teeth correctly, every single day! (more…)
Why Parents Need Preventive Care Too
Now that fall is almost here, do you find your calendar filling up fast with football games, band practice and a myriad of other school functions? While your kids may require a great deal of your attention and carpooling talents, over the next few months, that doesn’t mean you have to overlook your own needs. In fact, you shouldn’t postpone preventive care for your own smile. Regular dental hygiene and routine checkups are some of the best ways you can preserve your oral health, preventing the need for invasive restorative treatment. Plus, your own excellent oral care helps your kids develop healthy habits that will serve them, and their smiles’, well for many years to come. (more…)
Simple Tips for Healthier School Lunches
The kids will be heading back to school soon, and that means your job as official family lunch packer is about to resume. Before it does, and you resort to old standbys like pre-packed lunch kits and bags of cookies, consider some healthier alternatives, instead. By sending your kids to school with healthy foods and snacks, you can help them grow strong while also preserving their healthy smiles! (more…)
Key Care for Your Kids’ Smiles This Summer
Summer break is in full swing, now, but soon it will be time for your kids to head back to school. Before they go, make sure to take advantage of their freer schedules, by getting their smiles the care they need to head into another academic year both healthy and beautiful. Summertime is a wonderful opportunity to visit the pediatric dentist for checkups and cleanings, as well as any necessary restorative dentistry they might need. That way, they can walk into their classrooms on the first day of school, with confidence, knowing their smiles look and feel their best! (more…)
Is It Really Possible to Raise Kids That Eat Well?: Part Two
Does getting your kids to eat well-balanced meals feel like an ongoing struggle, or worse, an uphill battle you’re not sure you’ll ever really win? If so, you may have grown exhausted having the same discussion/disagreement every evening, about what goes on your kids’ dinner plates, and how much of it they actually need to consume. Your pediatric dentist knows all too well the importance of serving your kids healthy foods, but also understands how difficult that can be. Fortunately, there are several creative and effective ways to help get your kids on board, and even excited, about eating foods that will do their smiles and their bodies good! (more…)
Is It Really Possible to Raise Kids That Eat Well? Part One
Kids can certainly be picky eaters, which means trying to ensure they eat nutritious meals can often feel like a challenge. Unfortunately, this leads many parents to cave to requests for sugary, salty, fried and otherwise nutrient-lacking foods. Not only can this lead to malnutrition, it can also be problematic for young smiles, which need key vitamins to remain strong and healthy. Furthermore, diets high in sugar can cause kids to develop cavities, which can set them up for a lifetime of struggling with poor oral health. To combat this, why not use some sneaky strategies to finally get your kids eating healthier meals that will be good for both their bodies and their smiles? (more…)
Smile-Friendly Summer Treats the Whole Family Will Love: Part One
During the summer it can be all too tempting to resort to going on runs to grab sweet treats to both fill the time and help you and your children beat the heat. While there is nothing wrong with the occasional trip to the ice cream shop or sno cone stand, over time too much extra sugar can wreak havoc on your smiles. Some iced treats are even dangerous for teeth, as teeth can crack when a person chews on something too hard, like ice. So if you are looking for healthier ways to snack and stay cool with your kids, this summer, consider these smile-friendly and pediatric dentist-approved alternatives to traditional summertime treats! (more…)
Are Your Baby’s Teeth Healthy? Part Two
If you have questions about how to care for your baby’s smile, it is important to talk with your pediatric dentist. Learning the best way to care for baby teeth is essential to helping your child grow up with a healthy smile. Children’s teeth generally begin erupting around six months old, often starting with the front four teeth. Don’t be alarmed, however, if your child is over a year old before his or her first tooth comes in. It is important, though, that you continue gently wiping your baby’s gums clean after feedings until the first is visible. At this point, it is time to begin brushing your baby’s tooth/teeth, instead! (more…)
Are Your Baby’s Teeth Healthy? Part One
Now that your little bundle of joy has finally arrived, your days are probably filled with a mix of pure elation and utter exhaustion. Adjusting to life as a new parent can be exciting, but it can also prove difficult and, at times, overwhelming. Along with learning how to balance work and a dwindling personal life, you also have to learn how to best care for your baby, from developing a feeding and sleeping schedule, to learning what your baby’s body and his or her smile need to remain healthy and to grow strong. Fortunately, your pediatric dentist is there to help guide you in your quest to raise a healthy child with an equally healthy and beautiful smile! (more…)