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Navigating Through Your Children's Dental Care With Less Stress

Kids need to see the dentist by the time they are a year old, or once their teeth start to grow in, whichever comes first. But just because a kid should go to the dentist doesn't meant that they actually want to go! After raising eight children of my own, I understand the challenges of child and teen dental care. From dealing with toddlers crying in the waiting room to teens needing braces and not wanting them, every parent has their own dental nightmare stories to tell. The point of this blog is to help new parents navigate through their children's dental needs with less stress and more dignity.

Considerations Before Selecting A Dental Crown

Posted on 23 October 2017

If you have a tooth that needs to be restored, your dentist may use a dental crown to aid in the restoration. Still, before a dental crown is applied, a few questions may be asked. The answers to these questions can help determine the type of crown that will be selected. Here a few questions that dentists consider before installing a dental crown: Where in the mouth will the crown be placed? [Read More]

5 Reasons To Consider Becoming A Dental Hygienist

Posted on 27 September 2017

Many people know that regular dental exams and cleanings are essential not only to their oral health but also to their overall health. Healthy teeth and gums are very important, and dental hygienists work closely with dentists to ensure that a practice's patients have clean teeth and the knowledge needed to take care of their teeth at home. If you're interested in the dental industry, there are many reasons to consider becoming a dental hygienist, such as: [Read More]

3 Healthy Foods To Pack In Your Child's Lunch To Keep Their Teeth Clean

Posted on 30 August 2017

While your child is at school, you may worry about how to keep their teeth clean after lunch, especially if you know they do not have time to brush before the period ends. If so, pack your child's lunch with one or more of these foods that are not only healthy but can also keep clean your kid's teeth. Apple Slices with the Peel One tooth-cleansing food that may already be one of your child's favorites is apple slices. [Read More]

3 Ways A Dental Cleaning Protects Your Teeth

Posted on 12 August 2017

Many dentists recommend that you come in for a dental cleaning a couple of times each year. This allows them to not only clean all of your teeth, but it also gives them the opportunity to look for and fix any cavities or other issues that you may have at this time. Getting a dental cleaning can go a long way in protecting your teeth and this article will discuss 3 ways that it does this. [Read More]