When you become a parent, nothing can prepare you for the excitement, love (and let’s not forget the exhaustion that comes along with it). Bringing home baby is a lot of hard work… there are schedules, feedings and diaper changes. It’s a round-the-clock routine and when you’re sleep deprived it can be overwhelming. But all […]
Hey Tooth Fairy… Please Stop Here!
Has your child woken up disappointed when they realize the tooth fairy forgot to visit? It’s a well-played out scene in homes everywhere. Child wakes up excited after carefully placing their tooth under their pillow the night before, only to find it in the exact spot they left it. Parent scrambles to think up a quick […]
An “App” a Day Keeps the Dentist Away!
It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month and we are all about taking care of kid’s smiles. Tooth decay can have devastating consequences for kids and it can affect their health and wellness well beyond the dental chair. Did you know these facts? >> 1 in 5 U.S. children go without dental care >> More than […]
10 Easy Dental Tips for Parents
Do you love going to the dentist? If you’re like most adults, then your answer probably isn’t an overwhelming, “Yes!” But, dental care has come a long way. Most parents will agree that they want their kids to look forward to going to the dentist. Finding the right family dentist is key to getting your […]
Invisalign vs. Metal Braces: The Battle of the Century
School’s back in session. And, there are two things on your teen’s mind. Clear skin. Straight teeth. Not what you were thinking, huh? Both the aesthetics and the health benefits of straight teeth are important. Straight teeth are healthy teeth. People with straight teeth are also afforded more—and better—personal and professional opportunities than their counterparts […]
7 Tips—and 15 Books—to Prepare Your Child for the Dentist
First visit by their first birthday Before your son or daughter is walking or talking, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that you’ve brought him or her to see us. Why so young? Preschool-aged children are developing cavities at an alarming rate. One in four children in the U.S. […]