by MLK | May 30, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
Halitosis is the scientific name for bad breath. It is one of the most common oral concerns, and it affects a large percentage of the population, including children. Having bad breath can be embarrassing and a nuisance. When considering what to do about halitosis, the...
by MLK | May 23, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
Memorial Day didn’t become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right after the Civil War. Celebrated on the last Monday in May, people still...
by MLK | May 16, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
Sealants provide a thin coating over molars that can be a powerful tool to protect your child’s teeth from decay. This simple and painless solution can be applied in a matter of minutes by our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, forming a protective...
by MLK | May 9, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
At Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, we have been helping little ones achieve beautiful smiles for years. Whether your family has visited Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team for a week or for much longer, we would love to hear your...
by MLK | May 2, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
Did you know the month of May is designated National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? After all, there isn’t a better time to celebrate physical activity as when the warm weather and sunshine makes its way back into our lives! Now that the flowers are...
by MLK | Apr 25, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
Great question! Baby bottle tooth decay is the development of cavities caused by the frequent and long-term exposure of a child’s teeth to liquids containing sugars. These liquids include milk, formula, fruit juice, sodas and other sweetened drinks. The bacteria...
by MLK | Apr 18, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring attention and education to global environmental issues. Conserving our natural resources, reducing water and air...
by MLK | Apr 11, 2013 | Uncategorized
First aid training is a must when you are a parent. You can put on a bandage with your eyes closed. Perhaps even apply butterfly tape to avoid stitches. What about a dental injury? Do you have a checklist in mind on what to do when a tooth is knocked out, broken, or...
by MLK | Apr 5, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
April, also known as National Facial Protection Month, is upon us, and for Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, that only means one thing: it’s once again time to remind our patients to...
by MLK | Mar 21, 2013 | Community, Uncategorized
Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade Americans have increasingly consumed bottled water, most of which does not contain fluoride, and children are no longer getting...
by MLK | Mar 14, 2013 | Holidays, Uncategorized
“St. Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time — a day to begin transforming winter’s dreams into summer’s magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold: It must be St. Patrick’s Day! If you’re not Irish, how do you go...
by MLK | Mar 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
It’s almost spring! Tulips are blooming and the world is awakening from its winter sleep. We thought today we would remind our patients about the need to visit our office for your cleaning. After all, studies have shown there could a link between proper oral and...
by MLK | Feb 25, 2013 | Uncategorized
Great question. It’s usually easy to tell when you have a cavity, but unfortunately, gum disease can exist in your mouth without you even knowing. In fact, you can have the beginning stages of gum disease without even noticing any pain or discomfort. Since gum disease...
by MLK | Feb 17, 2013 | Uncategorized
By now, you’re probably familiar with our blog-writing process: Each week, we write about important dental topics and your well-being, including the treatments we proudly offer. This week, though, we thought we’d step back and ask you, our amazing patients: what’s on...
by MLK | Feb 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
You may remember our post from last week, when we discussed February being National Dental Health Month and the benefits of visiting our office every six months (or as recommended). But did you know February also marks American Heart Month? It’s a great time to...
by MLK | Jan 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
From your very first visit to our office, we strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. We are always updating our office with the most advanced and up-to-date dental technologies and methods and are here to get to know you personally and...
by MLK | Jan 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
With winter sports underway, we wanted to remind our patients about the importance of wearing a mouthguard while you’re on the court or the field. Here are some frequent questions we hear from our patients about mouthguards. Q: What are mouthguards? A: Mouthguards are...
by MLK | Jan 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
It’s that time of the year again, when we try to stick to our New Year’s Resolutions. If you look around, you’ll notice many ads are about fitness and exercise equipment. However, the best place to start is with smart nutrition. A healthy diet is very important. If we...
by MLK | Jan 7, 2013 | Uncategorized
The dreaded cold and flu season is here again! After recovering from your cold, one of the most important steps you can take to avoid becoming reinfected is replacing your toothbrush! Germs can linger on the bristles, and you risk prolonging your sickness by...
by MLK | Dec 31, 2012 | Uncategorized
With the year almost over, we thought we would ask you, our dear patients: what was memorable about 2012 for you, and what are you looking forward to in 2013? Do you have a new year’s resolution, or any exciting plans for the coming year? We want to wish all our...
by MLK | Dec 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
Today we thought we would remind our patients to practice good oral hygiene to keep those pearly whites shining and happy! This includes brushing and flossing on a regular basis, brushing after consuming foods that can stain your teeth and visiting our office every...
by MLK | Dec 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
In this season given to tidings of comfort and joy, and as we reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask you, our wonderful patients: What do you love about the holidays this year? Being with your loved ones? Hitting the slopes? A clean slate for 2013? Opening...
by MLK | Dec 13, 2012 | Uncategorized
We know dental emergencies are never convenient nor timely. If you are a patient of record, we are committed to your child’s dental health and are happy to see you. When your child’s dental health is at risk, we will do everything we can to make sure he or...
by MLK | Dec 7, 2012 | Oral Health, Uncategorized
Looking for ways to motivate your child to brush his or her teeth? Why not compare their teeth to those of their favorite animals? After all, everyone loves fun facts. Like people, some animals have several different kinds of teeth, while others have only one kind....
by MLK | Nov 29, 2012 | Community, Holidays, Uncategorized
Here at the office of Drs. Morrow, Lai, and Edwards, we, like all of you, are eagerly welcoming in the holiday season! Soon, the weather will start to get colder and we’ll all be busy planning out our much-needed time with loved ones. But, it seems that no matter how...
