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You, your child and cavities

Our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry read an interesting article this morning pertaining to cavities and how bacteria spreads from parents to children, and thought we’d share the news with you, our valued patients and parents. According to...

Who’s afraid of the dentist?

Does the sound of a drill make you flinch or cringe? Do you worry about your twice-yearly dental checkup? Trust Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry when we say you’re not alone! In fact, the...

Friday fun facts

Everyone loves fun facts and dental tips. Fun, fun, fun! Our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry came across these dental fun facts recently and thought you might enjoy! • The second most common disease in the United States is cavities. The first is...

All about baby teeth

At Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, we know teething patterns vary greatly from child to child—some don’t have any teeth by their first birthday, while others have a mouthful by then. Experts, however, including our friends at the American Academy of...

Five great snacks for kids

At Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, we know getting kids and teens to eat healthy isn’t always an easy task, especially when they’re busy with school and other school- and social-related activities. At the school cafeteria, it’s just too easy for...

Six books for hip dads, from Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry

Hey Dads! Looking for a great book to read this summer? We’ve got some suggestions! Recently, we came across “A Guy’s Summer Book Guide,” which happens to be a pretty cool resource if you’re shopping around for a great summer read! If you’re still not satisfied, check...

Which toothbrush should my child be using?

Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards will tell you that brushing your teeth is one of the easiest methods of cavity prevention. But which type of toothbrush should your child use? When choosing a toothbrush, look for round-ended (polished) bristles that...

When you need immediate dental care, we’re here for you.

At Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, we know dental emergencies are never convenient or timely. If your child is a patient of record at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Mark Morrow, Dr. April Lai, and Dr. Kerry Edwards are committed to...

When should my child come in for a checkup?

At Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, we believe a child’s first visit to the dentist should be enjoyable and positive. The more you and your child know about the first visit, the better you will feel. Children are not born with a fear of the...

What do you love about Tulsa summers?

Summer is finally here, and the team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry thought we’d ask: What’s your favorite part about summer in Tulsa? Is it the warm weather? The free time you get? Spending quality time with friends and family? Grilling barbecue in...

How to ease dental fears in children, from Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry

Drs. Morrow, Lai and Edwards know that many children have fear when it comes to visiting the dentist. Our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry found a great article on how to help kids overcome fears of the dentist, courtesy of our friends at WebMD....

Pool safety tips from Drs. Morrow, Lai & Edwards

Summer is here, and with summer comes lots of swimming! Our team at the office of Drs. Morrow, Lai & Edwards found some helpful pool safety tips that we’d like to share with you, courtesy of our friends at the American Association of Pediatricians. * Install a...

Artificial sweeteners and your child’s health, from Morrow, Lai & Edwards

Doctors Morrow, Lai and Edwards know that there is always a lot of debate in the health community about the health effects of artificial sweeteners, and aspartame is most surely one of the most controversial food additives to ever be approved by the FDA. Here at...

Six books for hip dads, from Drs. Morrow, Lai & Edwards

Hey Dads! Looking for a great book to read this summer? We’ve got some suggestions! Recently, we came across “A Guy’s Summer Book Guide,” which happens to be a pretty cool resource if you’re shopping around for a great summer read! If you’re still not satisfied, check...

June is National Smile Month!

According to the American Dental Association, a person’s smile outranked eyes, hair and body as the most important physical feature, which is why it’s important for our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry to support National Smile Month...

Kids Just Love to Brush! [Video]

How about a treat today? Here’s a little sing-along for you to enjoy, from the team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry. We loved it, and know you’ll get a laugh as well. Enjoy “Sesame Street: Kids Just Love to Brush”! If you have any...

Morrow, Lai, & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry is now on Foursquare!

At Morrow, Lai, & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, we embrace technology, whether it’s through the innovative treatments we offer, our Facebook fan page, or our new listing on Foursquare. As you can probably tell, we love connecting with our patients online! Be sure...

Drs. Morrow, Lai & Edwards, wishing you a relaxing and memorable Memorial Day weekend

Memorial Day weekend is a time when Americans everywhere stop and remember all those men and women who bravely gave their lives for our country. Memorial Day also marks the unofficial start of summer 2011, and for many folks in Tulsa, OK, getting out of town for three...

Is thumb-sucking a cause for concern?

Lots of you have asked our staff at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry about whether it’s healthy for children to suck thumbs (or, less frequently, fingers). If you’ve got a thumb-sucker in the house, you are not alone. Research tells us that between 75%...

$1.50 for a Cavity

Vending machines are a quick way to satisfy hunger. You put in $1.50 and you get back a candy bar, bag of chips or even a soda…but that’s not all! Drs. Morrow, Lai and Edwards want to remind you that vending machines not only dispense sweet treats and caffeine bursts,...

Get caught reading! From Drs. Morrow, Lai & Edwards

With the school year close to winding down for a lot of our patients at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry, we wanted to remind all our patients about the importance of reading. Sure it’s easy to keep putting off reading this time of year, but reading is a...

Tooth Fairy “Tooth” Box

For your child, losing their first tooth, or any baby teeth for that matter, can be exciting! They might ask you, “what do I do with my lost tooth?” Well, you simply place it under your pillow at night and when you are fast asleep the tooth fairy will come...

Happy Earth Day!

Whether lending your helping hand to plant trees or grasses or getting out volunteering in various projects in the Tulsa area, today was our opportunity to get involved in making our year-round impact in the community. Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry...

Cheese and your child’s oral health

Did you know research shows cheese is one of the healthiest snacks for your child’s teeth? Not only does cheese provide large amounts of much-needed calcium, cheese also fights cavities. Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Swiss and Mozzarella all do their part to stimulate...

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

Visiting Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry regularly will not only help keep your child’s teeth and mouth healthy, but will also help keep the rest of their body healthy. The fact is, every hour of every day in the U.S., someone dies of oral cancer,...