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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