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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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Should You Get A Dental Implant Or Dental Bridge?

Posted on 25 July 2022

Do you have a missing tooth that you want to have fixed by a dentist? Two common options that you have to pick from are a dental implant and a dental bridge. Both have their own pros and cons, which are important to know before you make a decision.  Dental Implant A dental implant is going to be a permanent solution to your missing tooth. That is because it is corrected by putting a titanium post into your jawbone, which integrates with the bone to secure itself to it. [Read More]

When Should Your Baby See A Dentist?

Posted on 16 June 2022

Many parents understand the importance of dental hygiene, so they take their elementary students, preteens, and teens to a general dentistry provider. But did you know that you should actually take your child to the dentist within 6 months of getting their first tooth? And if you haven't already done so by their first birthday, you should request a family dentist appointment ASAP. Read on to learn what you need to know about scheduling your child's first dental visit. [Read More]

3 Things To Know About Dry Mouth

Posted on 5 May 2022

Dry mouth is not just an uncomfortable and annoying problem to have, but it can lead to dental issues over time. Here are a few things that you need to know about dry mouth and how it impacts your oral health. Why Dry Mouth Happens A common reason that you may have dry mouth is that you are not drinking enough water. This means that the problem is as simple as having more water during the day to get rid of it. [Read More]

Should You Get Invisalign To Straighten Your Teeth?

Posted on 29 March 2022

Do you need to straighten your teeth? Have you considered an alternative to traditional braces? Invisalign will give the same great results but with many other added benefits.  What Is Invisalign?  Invisalign is a brand of clear aligners used to straighten teeth. It works similarly to braces by applying pressure to move your teeth to their correct positions over time. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign is hardly noticeable and is removable. [Read More]