Halloween is just around the corner. And we all know what that means – Halloween candy for days! You’ve heard it before, but it’s no secret that dentists aren’t a fan of sugar. But, you may not realize that according to the Center for Disease Control, one in four kids under five years of age […]
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 […]
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. […]
Origins of the Tooth Fairy
It seems crazy to tell your child—someone already prone to waking up in the night—that an intruder comes when they’re sleeping—within a hair’s breadth of their face—and sneaks under their pillow, all the while without them knowing. And yet, something that’d normally be terrifying is greeted with joy and jubilation. Why? Well, quite simply, it’s […]