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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.

Your Crooked Bite May Be to Blame for Your TMJ

Posted on 10 December 2019

Temporomandibular joint disorder is an uncomfortable thing to go through. The clicking, popping, and pain in the joint can ruin your day and serve as a distraction from everything that you want to enjoy. While there are many different causes for TMJ, if you have never had braces and know that your teeth or bite are crooked, it's possible that this is the main culprit behind your jaw pain. Here's what you need to know about how a crooked bite can contribute to TMJ. [Read More]

How to Prepare for Teeth Whitening

Posted on 10 December 2019

If you are planning to bleach your teeth, there are several steps you should take to prepare for the procedure. These measures will help you benefit the most from your whitening treatment. Below are some of these measures. Clean Your Teeth This tip doesn't refer to just brushing or flossing; you need to get your teeth cleaned by a dentist. There are two main reasons to get your teeth professional cleaned before bleaching them. [Read More]

3 Emergency Dental Situations Where You Should Act Fast

Posted on 13 November 2019

As a parent of young children, you may someday be faced with a dental emergency. Should that time ever come, you may wonder whether you should take your child to their dentist's office, or your local emergency room. Sometimes knowing what to do and acting quickly can greatly improve the outcome of the situation. Here is a small guide to help you know how to respond to certain emergency situations. [Read More]

Correcting Dental Problems With A Crown

Posted on 18 September 2019

Sometimes, dental patients can be poorly informed about their treatment options when confronted with damaged or decaying teeth. Learning more about options like dental crowns can help patients make better decisions about their treatment. Is A Dental Crown The Same As Replacing A Tooth? There are few dental treatments that will be more important or invasive than having a tooth completely replaced. Often, patients will assume that receiving a dental crown is the same as having a tooth replaced. [Read More]