Good oral care is important from the eruption of your child’s first tooth. It is also beneficial to begin good oral habits early. Let’s look at different levels of oral care for infants to teens. Infants/Toddlers: Use a warm washcloth to wipe your child’s teeth as they begin to erupt, usually around 6 months. You…
Did you know that the practice of making New Year’s resolutions began almost 4,000 years ago? Ancient Babylonians, when their new year came around, made a promise to the gods that they would pay all debts and return anything they borrowed. Today, it’s still a very common practice, whether you’re successful at following through or…
Maintaining good oral hygiene while in braces is difficult. However, it is imperative to take the extra time to care for your teeth while in braces. Failure to do so results in tooth decay as well as inflammation and problems with gum tissue and sometimes bone loss. Let’s look at some tools available to help…
Most parents want to help their child do everything they can to reduce the risk of cavities. You can’t control how their teeth were made and, unfortunately, some kids are more cavity prone than others. You can, however, control three big factors that contribute to their dental health. 1. HYGIENE Brush Start brushing twice daily as…
The techniques used for brushing depends on the type of toothbrushes patients use. Let’s look at different brushing techniques recommended with manual and electric toothbrushes. Electric Toothbrush Electric toothbrushes are clinically proven to remove more bacteria from our teeth than manual brushing. We are unable to duplicate the motion of the electric toothbrushes’ bristles with…
Getting children to brush their teeth can be a daily struggle. However, there are some tricks and tips that make the process easier. Get a fun toothbrush Let your child pick out the toothbrush they will use. This helps them feel involved and also gets them excited. There are so many toothbrushes with characters and/or…
It’s that time of year again! “Senioritis” fills the high school halls as seniors in high school prepare for the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next. High school graduation is right around the corner. While some students will be continuing their education elsewhere, others will be moving into the working world.…
How often patients have cleanings is determined by a number of factors. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all kind of answer. The most common intervals for dental cleanings are three months, four months, or six months. In rare cases, some patients require monthly or bi-monthly cleanings. Let’s look at some factors that determine cleaning frequency. Gum Health…
It’s that time of year again! Kids are going back to school and families are trying to get used to new routines. Unfortunately, it’s easy to let our oral health take a back seat when things get busy and schedules change. Let’s take a look at some potential oral hygiene problems that can arise with…
With so many options for EVERYTHING these days, it’s often hard to make the right decision. The dental aisle is no different. A mouthwash can be a beneficial addition to a dental routine. However, how do you know which one is best for you? Types of Mouthwash Fluoride Mouthwash Fluoride is a mineral that helps…