Family Hand Washing: 3 Reasons To Start Now!

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You have probably heard us mention before that it’s a good idea to wash your hands before you brush and floss your smile. You have probably thought about this before, though it doesn’t mean you’ve necessarily put it into practice. While this is certainly a wise decision any time of year (and all year long), our Dallas, TX team takes this time (as fall has just begun) to remind you. There are a few very compelling reasons to begin washing your hands as a family before your dental hygiene time together (and potentially afterwards, too!).

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filed under: Good Hygiene, Tips/Advice

Just Remind Yourself: Smile Care Is Simple!

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Helping your little ones keep their smiles safe and healthy might not always seem simple. You have your moments when it’s extremely easy to get through the details. Then, of course, particularly when you’re up against something new to you, the particulars can start to pile up and seem a bit challenging. We remind you in just about every situation to tell yourself: Smile care is simple! Then, even if you’re not sure you completely believe it, ask us for some help. Our Dallas, TX team insists that as you get your child’s oral health plans squared away and you become accustomed to newly developing habits, all will fall into place.

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filed under: Family Dentistry

Smile Time: Easy Tips For Weekend Catch-Up

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During the week, there’s so much going on! By the time Friday rolls around, you may realize you meant to call us to schedule your child’s dental visit, you planned on researching electric toothbrushes but it didn’t happen, or you meant to call us with a question but you totally forgot (while you were doing 10 million other things). Take a breather. This is a common concern for most parents and just about every other adult out there! So, what can you do to play catch-up, so you don’t get stuck in a cycle of accidental procrastination when it comes to your kids’ smile care? Our Dallas, TX team has some suggestions for any weekend you see fit!

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filed under: Children's Dental Services, Family Dentistry

Pumpkin Fest Presented By Calloway’s Nursery

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It’s autumn, which means it is time for pumpkins, pumpkins, and more pumpkins! While you might be a bit more excited about all things pumpkin-spice-related at the moment, those kiddos of yours are likely dreaming about the perfect pumpkins they’re going to find at the pumpkin patch this year (and the special way they’ll be decorating them). Good news: The Pumpkin Fest presented by Calloway’s Nursery will make picking a pumpkin into quite the enjoyable outing!

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Helping You Recognize What We’re Checking Up On During Checkups

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Part of you may shrug your shoulders and think, “Okay, I guess we’ll go in for a dental checkup but I’m not really sure why it’s time for another one!” We understand. You’re busy. Your child’s smile looks fine. Nobody is complaining. So, why do you have to come in for a children’s dental exam when it seems like all is perfectly okay? Well, our Dallas, TX team wants you to remember that checkups aren’t all about finding problems. They’re really about preventing them (and doing something about any concerns that have just begun). Let’s help you feel much more enthusiastic about this part of prevention.

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filed under: Children's Dental Services, Preventive Treatments

Your “Why” Questions About Tooth Extractions

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If you have “why” questions about tooth extractions, it is a perfectly reasonable collection of inquiries to end up with. When we tell you that we need to remove your child’s tooth, you wonder an awful lot about a ton of different things. Don’t keep them to yourself. Bring them to our Dallas, TX team’s attention. With as much enthusiasm as we put into keeping your children’s oral health safe, we will give you our attention and explain what’s going on with the upcoming extraction we recommend.

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filed under: Children's Dental Services, Restorations for Kids

Your Child’s Smile: 3 Ways We Can Absolutely Help You

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Of course, if you’ve been visiting our pediatric dental practice in Dallas, TX for any length of time, you know that we have your child’s best interest at heart! You know, as well, that we are here for children from the time they’re babies through their 18th year on this planet! What you may still be learning about, however, is the many ways that we can help you. This might include helping you feel more informed, guiding your child’s oral health away from issues like decay, and more! Consider a few important avenues through which we can always assist you and you’ll feel even better about the future of your little one’s grin!

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filed under: Children's Dental Services, General Dentistry

Children’s Adventure Garden Fifth Birthday Celebration!

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Do you and your family ever spend time in the Children’s Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens? If not, then you are missing out and this is a wonderful way to become acquainted! If so, then you already know the splendor of this lovely place to visit and will be quite excited about the upcoming birthday event! The Children’s Adventure Garden Fifth Birthday is your chance to enjoy a sweet celebration in Dallas, TX as the gardens celebrate this special day!

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filed under: Community Events

2 Things To Consider As Halloween Approaches

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You’ve probably been noticing it for much longer than you care to think about: Halloween candy has been lining the shelves of your local grocery store for weeks now and we’ve only just made our way into September! As an adult, of course, you can simply ignore the holiday aisle full of sugary delights. However, whether you shop with the kiddos or not, they are well aware that the candy-filled holiday is quickly approaching and you are well aware that this influx of sweets is only going to continue growing. What to do in preparation, you wonder? Consider a couple suggestions from our Dallas, TX pediatric dental care team, so you feel better about things.

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filed under: Cavities/Tooth Decay, Good Hygiene

Hey, That’s Not My Dentist: Who Is It?

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When you get used to bringing your children into our practice and you become accustomed to seeing one pediatric dentist, you may find yourself occasionally wondering: Hey! That other person isn’t my dentist but she certainly looks like a dentist. Who is she? This lovely individual you are seeing is none other than our associate Dr. Seo! Did you know that our pediatric dental care practice includes a team of dental professionals who offer the same level of care (if not better, suggests Dr. Marr!) that you are used to when you come in for visits? Learn a bit more about our current and future team, so you can feel just as wonderful as ever about protecting your children’s oral health!

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filed under: Children's Dental Services, Tips/Advice