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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.

Celiac Disease: What You Need To Know About Gluten & Dental Care

Posted on 23 April 2015

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that is caused by gluten. When gluten is ingested or absorbed into the skin, the body reacts by attacking itself. Gluten damages the gastrointestinal system and causes the intestines to not be able to absorb nutrients. This causes problems throughout the body, including dental problems. If you've been recently diagnosed with celiac disease, or think you may have it, here are a few important things to know about gluten and your dental health. [Read More]

2 Home Remedies For Treating Your Toddler's Eruption Cysts

Posted on 15 April 2015

If your toddler is teething, you may notice one or more purplish bumps on their gum where a tooth is coming in. While these eruption cysts usually go away on their own, they can be painful for your child. Try one or both of the following home remedies to help relieve their discomfort using ingredients you can find in pharmacies and grocery stores. Use A Cold Teething Ring Soaked In Peppermint Oil And Water [Read More]

3 New Technologies That Redefine Fillings

Posted on 24 March 2015

Very few people would say that they enjoy getting cavities filled. Even if you have minor fillings that require no anesthetic to be filled, the sound of the drill and preparation of the filling material can be enough to make you squirm. However, in the near future, you may have little or no reason to avoid your yearly check up. With modern technology, cavities are becoming easier to care for in a painless, efficient manner. [Read More]

How To Cavity-Proof Your Child's Mouth

Posted on 17 March 2015

As your young child begins to grow, it's important for you to take the right steps to help him or her develop healthy, cavity-free teeth. To do this, you should begin taking your child to the dentist as early as the age of one, and you can also cavity-proof your child's teeth by following these three tips. Assist With The Right Oral Care Your child is likely to want to brush his or her teeth alone, but you really should help the child do this. [Read More]