by MLK | Mar 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to early twenties. This is a time in life that many consider an “age of wisdom”; hence the term, “wisdom...
by MLK | Mar 10, 2015 | Uncategorized
You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can lay the foundation for them to continue those good habits into adulthood. When do I start? The best...
by MLK | Mar 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into our bodies. The Academy has designated the month of March for focusing the public’s awareness on what...
by MLK | Feb 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
Toddlers are notoriously balky about strangers. But their first dental visit should not be cause for fear and tears. Nor should you assume that getting your toddler to Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry is going to involve a full-blown tantrum or...
by MLK | Feb 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
Toothaches in children can be tricky ordeals that cause distress for both the child and the parent. You may feel helpless and frustrated because you cannot pinpoint the location of the pain. It is so hard to see your little one experience discomfort and feel like...
by MLK | Feb 10, 2015 | Uncategorized
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine’s Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Emperor Claudius II and secretly married young men and their brides after the emperor...
by MLK | Feb 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, your child should visit a dentist, like Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards, when his or her first tooth pops through the gum, or by time they are one year old. Children do not always want to brush...
by MLK | Jan 27, 2015 | Uncategorized
Many people think dental fluorosis is a disease, but it’s not; it’s a condition that affects the appearance of your tooth’s enamel, not the function or health of the teeth. These changes may vary from tiny, white, barely noticeable spots to very...
by MLK | Jan 20, 2015 | Uncategorized
As you probably know, you can always connect with Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team by calling our Tulsa, OK office, or going to our Facebook page. However, if you’ve recently moved or gotten a new phone number, we’ll need to update our...
by MLK | Jan 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
Every moment of your baby’s first year of life is precious, since every day your child grows a little, develops new skills, and discovers new things. Most of it is wonderful, but parents don’t like to see their babies in pain. That’s why teething can be such a hard...
by MLK | Jan 6, 2015 | Uncategorized
Dry mouth, also medically known as xerostomia, is the condition of not having enough saliva, or spit, to keep your mouth wet. There are many ways to keep dry mouth at bay, including: Brushing your teeth after every meal with a fluoride toothpaste Flossing every day...
by MLK | Dec 30, 2014 | Uncategorized
Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to come. New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays...
by MLK | Dec 23, 2014 | Uncategorized
At Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you or your family have visited Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team for a single visit or have been loyal patients throughout the years,...
by MLK | Dec 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they’re seven or eight. Of course, children are more than happy to play along with the game when there’s money at stake! While it is...
by MLK | Dec 9, 2014 | Uncategorized
It’s a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you’re chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery gob whole! It’s at this point you remember your mother warning you as a child...
by MLK | Dec 2, 2014 | Uncategorized
Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw for the permanent teeth that will appear several years later. Kids are especially susceptible to decay, which can cause pain...
by MLK | Nov 25, 2014 | Uncategorized
At Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter at the holiday dinner table...
by MLK | Nov 18, 2014 | Uncategorized
Snacks can taste good and give your child’s energy a boost, but they can also be bad for teeth. Sugary, sticky snacks, such as candy, cookies, and snack cakes can lead to tooth decay if eaten regularly between meals. Still, there are plenty of fun snacks for healthy...
by MLK | Nov 11, 2014 | Uncategorized
A famous mouthwash company chose the marketing slogan, “Better than flossing.” As a consumer, would you believe a high-end commercial that essentially tells you to stop flossing? Just use this brand of mouthwash and the risk of gingivitis, cavities, etc., is gone....
by MLK | Nov 4, 2014 | Uncategorized
If you were to put your toothbrush bristles under a high-powered microscope, what you would see might give you nightmares: millions of bacteria, busily crawling up and down your toothbrush bristles, consuming proteins that came from your mouth, and still clinging to...
by MLK | Oct 21, 2014 | Uncategorized
Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry know that periodontal disease isn’t something exclusive to adults. It can affect adolescents as well. Gingivitis, which is a milder form of...
by MLK | Oct 14, 2014 | Uncategorized
Providing dental care for patients with special needs can be a challenge at times, both for the dentist and the family of the individual. Fortunately, Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry have the...
by MLK | Oct 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards, as well as our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year reminder that it’s high time...
by MLK | Sep 30, 2014 | Uncategorized
When you were a kid, your parents may have told you to drink milk to build strong bones and grow tall and strong. 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...
by MLK | Sep 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
After hours of juggling a wailing baby, you’re probably desperate to address teething pain. If your baby is irritable, drooling, and chewing on hard objects, he or she is likely teething. Although some discomfort while your baby is teething is inevitable,...
