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Learning to Take Better Care of Your Family's Teeth

If you're a parent, you may worry about your children's health, including their dental health. I know that tooth decay is one of the biggest problems parents and their kids face today. One cavity can quickly lead to many other dental problems, including gum disease and infection. Because your kids only get one set of permanent teeth, it's important that you protect them as much as you can. I started this dental blog because I wanted to reach out to other parents. My blog offers tips you can use to protect your children's teeth and gums, as well as information about the dental treatments available to your family if you need them. Feel free to browse through the topics in my blog. Good luck and thank you for taking the time to visit.

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3 Tips For Getting The School Year Started With Good Dental Habits

Posted on August 13, 2018

With a new school year right on the horizon, it is important to make sure that you and your kids start the school year with good dental habits. #1 Have an Established Morning Routine The first thing that you need to do is make sure that you set-up a morning routine for your kids. Set –up an established way of getting ready in the morning that works for your family and ensures that your kids have enough time to brush and floss in the morning. [Read More]

3 Tips To Help You Through Your Root Canal Recovery

Posted on July 12, 2018

You've probably heard the expression, "I'd rather get a root canal," right? It's usually said when someone really doesn't want to do something, as if a root canal just became a better option. Root canals don't have a great reputation because they are sometimes associated with annoyance or pain. It's true that recovery from a root canal can take some time, but the procedure itself is a really good thing to get if you want to try and save a badly decayed or infected tooth. [Read More]

4 Questions To Ask An Orthodontist Before Your Child Gets Braces

Posted on June 18, 2018

If you've recently been told by a dentist that your child will likely need braces in the near future, one of the first steps you'll want to take is to schedule consultations with a few trusted orthodontists in your area. This will not only allow you to get a second opinion on your child's need for braces but will ultimately help you decide on the orthodontist that is best suited for your child's needs and your schedule. [Read More]

3 Tips For Keeping The Cavity In Your Tooth From Getting Worse

Posted on May 15, 2018

During your last dental checkup, your dentist may have informed you that you have a cavity. While you know you need to have it filled, you may have reasons why you have to delay the procedure and want to know if there is anything you can do to keep the cavity from growing. If so, use the following tips for keeping the cavity in your tooth from getting worse until you can get it filled. [Read More]