Periodontal disease can have a significantly adverse impact upon one’s oral and general health. Some parents might express concerns over whether this potentially serious dental ailment impacts children. Adaven Children’s Dentistry, which serves the young people of Henderson, Nevada and surrounding regions, invites concerned adults to read the following short blog attempting to answer this …
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Every person should practice good oral hygiene. This routine is important for maintaining healthy teeth and keeping a person’s smile looking great. Good oral care should start in childhood. However, many kids do not like to brush or floss their teeth or avoid eating junk food. For some reason, most kids love to ruin their …
Encouraging children to maintain good oral health is incredibly important for their dental development. Teaching children how to take care of their teeth will be an invaluable lesson as their teeth, gums, and jaw structure develops, but it will also be extremely beneficial for them later in life when their mouths are fully developed. …
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Whether you’re looking to schedule your child’s first dental appointment or looking for the right dentist to help your child with a toothache, choosing a pediatric dentist provides the specialized care your child needs. Pediatric dentists have been uniquely trained and educated to address the specific dental issues of small, growing mouths. Although a general …
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There is no denying that sleep is important for the health and development of children of any age. Sleep is beneficial for various aspects of a child’s well being including their heart health, growth, weight, immune system, attention span, and it even helps them to learn. Depending on their age, children need different amounts …
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Thumb sucking is one of the most common ways for a baby or toddler to self soothe, but it can also be one of the most difficult habits for a young child to break. As children get older, thumb sucking can have negative effects on their mouths and even cause damage to their teeth. What …
Getting a child to brush their teeth without a fight can be one of the most difficult parts of parenting. Many children will complain about the taste of their toothpaste or have a hard time brushing properly, while many others simply see it as a chore that takes away from their playing time. However, teaching …
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The most effective ways to help your child avoid cavities is to instill good brushing and flossing habits. Young children can have a hard time properly brushing their teeth, particularly the back molars, putting them at a higher risk for cavities. Even older children that know how to brush their teeth well can get tooth …
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As a parent, you can play a vital role in helping your child develop good habits for dental hygiene that will follow them into adulthood. Good oral health can impact the overall health of any person, making it extremely important to help children establish a good foundation in maintaining their dental hygiene. Why A Child’s …
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People often believe that baby teeth don’t matter because they will eventually fall out, but baby teeth do matter and the condition of your child’s baby teeth can affect their adult teeth. Although baby teeth will not be permanent part of your child’s smile, they should still be taken care of properly in order to …