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Introducing Kids To Dental Visits: Tips For Parents

When I became a parent, I knew that I wanted to help my kids be comfortable with the dentist from a very young age. I started them with routine dental visits as babies so that those appointments were just a normal part of the schedule. I found a dentist who would work with me for these appointments, even when all they could do was check my baby's gums. Over the years, I learned lots of other tips for helping kids adapt to dental office visits. I created this site to share my tips to help other parents transition their children into a comfort zone with the dentist.

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3 Unusual Reasons For Receding Gums

Posted on 14 April 2018

If your gums are receding, it may be most likely due to gum disease, or gingivitis. Gum recession can also be accompanied by bleeding, inflammation, loose teeth, and toothaches. If your gums are receding, visit your dentist for a complete checkup and treatment, if necessary. However, while gum disease is the most common cause of gum recession, there are other, less common causes. Here are three unusual reasons for receding gums and what you can do about them: [Read More]

Did You Just Get Your First Cavity As An Adult? Use This Guide To Understand Your Options

Posted on 19 March 2018

You've worked hard all your life to take good care of your oral health. Yet, tooth decay sometimes happens even when you are doing your best to brush and floss every day. While the news that you have a cavity is always upsetting, the good news is that dental technology has advanced to the point that you have many options for restoring the tooth. As you prepare for your first tooth repair ever, use this guide to understand the different types of teeth fillings that are available to give you the best results. [Read More]

3 Important Steps When Dealing With Wisdom Teeth Pain

Posted on 22 February 2018

When your wisdom teeth start growing in, you may experience slight to sever discomfort. You shouldn't have to put up with this chronic pain, as you have a life to live. You don't have to if you take these helpful steps.  Rinse with Warm Salt Water You don't need expensive or technical substances to treat pain caused by growing wisdom teeth. You can in fact use home solutions, and one of the most effective is warm salt water. [Read More]

Why Get a Same-Day Dental Crown?

Posted on 26 January 2018

If your dentist tells you that you need to get a dental crown, you may be worried about the process taking a long time over several trips to the dental office. There is actually an alternative to a traditional crown where it can be installed in a single day. Here is why you should consider getting a same day dental crown. Save Time The biggest advantage of getting a same day dental crown is the time savings. [Read More]