by admin | Nov 16, 2012 | pediatric dentistry, Uncategorized
Taking care of your smile is nothing new! People have been brushing their teeth for thousands of years. In fact, the first “toothbrush” was created around 3000BC! Ancient civilizations used a thin twig with a frayed edge to rub against their teeth for cleaning. The...
by admin | Nov 9, 2012 | pediatric dentistry, Uncategorized
If you’re brushing and flossing on a regular basis, we think that’s fantastic! But, don’t forget that it’s also important to visit us every six months, in addition to brushing your teeth a couple times a day. Because your dental health is important to us, we’d...
by admin | Oct 22, 2012 | pediatric dentistry, Uncategorized
Mouthwash can play a vital role in helping keep the mouth fresh, healthy, and bacteria-free – but is it safe for your child? If your little one is under the age of 6, the American Dental Association recommends that you should hold off on giving him or her mouthwash....
by admin | Oct 12, 2012 | pediatric dentistry, Uncategorized
When you were a child, your mother may have instructed you to drink all your milk to build strong bones. Now that you have children of your own, you may hear yourself parroting those instructions you received years ago. Getting enough dairy is essential for young...
by admin | Sep 28, 2012 | pediatric dentistry, Uncategorized
Everybody is jumping on the electric toothbrush bandwagon in recent years, with many experts in the dental field claiming electric toothbrushes provide superior dental care. It’s true that electric toothbrushes are recommended for those who can’t do a good job...
by admin | Sep 21, 2012 | pediatric dentistry, Uncategorized
At Our office, we encourage our patients to practice good oral hygiene between office visits. Part of that process includes flossing, which is the process of cleaning between the teeth to remove food and debris from the areas that are hard to reach with a toothbrush....
