by admin | 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 admin | 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...
by admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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 admin | 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,...
by admin | Sep 9, 2014 | Uncategorized
The primary teeth are the initial teeth that erupt from a child’s gums in the first few years of childhood. There are a total of 20 primary teeth, most of which will have appeared no later than age three. Because they are only temporary, some parents believe they are...
by admin | Sep 2, 2014 | Uncategorized
September is National Childhood Injury Prevention Month, and Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry are excited to share some tips to keep your child safe. Childhood is a time when dental injuries...
by admin | Aug 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring the country’s workers and their contributions to the strength of our country as a...
by admin | Aug 19, 2014 | Uncategorized
Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry specialize in pediatric dentistry, and we understand that children can be frightened of things they do not understand. This anxiety is often heightened by an...
by admin | Aug 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
Parents, and even older children, can become concerned about tooth development. Wondering when teeth should erupt, and being concerned when the teeth do not appear on schedule, is common. First, you need to remember that each individual is different. Guidelines are...
by admin | Aug 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
Our team at Morrow, Lai & Edwards Pediatric Dentistry would like to offer some tips regarding the sometimes dreaded task of brushing a toddler’s teeth. Much of the trick lies in the positioning. Before you begin, make sure you are in a position of control....
by admin | Jul 29, 2014 | Uncategorized
Drs. Mark Morrow, April Lai, and Kerry Edwards and our team hear this question a lot. While many people believe periodontal disease is an adult problem, studies have indicated that periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, as well as other serious infections...
