by MLK | May 19, 2015 | Uncategorized
“The purpose of all war is peace.” – Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American flags being waved in the air on a beautiful day in...
by MLK | May 12, 2015 | Uncategorized
Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They didn’t exist, of course, but how else could humans explain the holes that...
by MLK | May 5, 2015 | Uncategorized
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry. Everyone wants a glowing and radiant white smile when the sun comes around...
by MLK | Apr 28, 2015 | Uncategorized
According to the American Association of Pediatric Density, roughly one in five children suffers from canker sores. Canker sores are small sores that appear inside the cheeks, on the lips, on the surface of the gums, and under the tongue. Even though, canker...
by MLK | Apr 21, 2015 | Uncategorized
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Earth Day celebration took place on April 22, 1970, and a surprising 20 million people...
by MLK | Apr 14, 2015 | Uncategorized
You have a lot more freedom as a teenager than you did as a young child. You also have a lot more responsibilities, and one of your jobs is to take care of your teeth. Develop and maintain good dental habits now so you can have great dental health for life! Tooth...
by MLK | Apr 7, 2015 | Uncategorized
Many people who are careful about brushing and flossing their teeth wonder how they still end up with cavities or tooth decay. Several factors affect wear and tear on tooth enamel. Diet is a major factor, with certain foods increasing the likelihood that your...
by MLK | Mar 31, 2015 | Uncategorized
Because babies’ teeth don’t appear until around six to eight months of age, it’s a natural misconception that they don’t need dental care. But the steps you take as the parent of an infant can help your baby maintain good oral health and develop healthy dental...
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...
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...
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...
