Teething babies are notoriously cranky and fussy, but thankfully teething troubles are preventable. Keep your baby happy and comfortable while their teeth are coming through by following these top teething tips. Use Cold to Soothe Sore Gums Cold can be very soothing for sore gums. Give your baby a cold washcloth or […]
Most children who have cavities have to tolerate the discomfort of dental drilling. By removing rotten spots in teeth, dentists can prevent cavities from spreading. The technique works well, but it scares a lot of young patients. Over the last couple of years, dentists have had a new option for treating childhood cavities. Silver […]
To prevent tooth decay, dental sealants are provided to Connecticut’s low-income children at higher rates than other states in the nation according to the New Hampshire Register’s Cara Rosner. In 2011, a little more than 10 percent of the economically disadvantaged children in Connecticut enrolled in the Connecticut Dental Health Partnership, a Department of […]
Children who are abused show signs of that abuse many places– and one place is in their mouth. According to a recent report, craniofacial, neck and head injuries happen in more than half of all abuse cases. Oral injuries discovered can be a clear sign that a child is experiencing abuse or neglect, and often, […]
As summer break comes to its end, parents need to make sure that their children are prepared for the back-to-school season. That preparation includes scheduling dental checkups for your kids. By having them visit the dentist regularly, you can make sure that your children have healthy teeth and gums that will last a lifetime. […]
The habits that children develop often follow them through life. As a parent, you can help ensure your kids maintain good oral hygiene by encouraging them to develop healthful habits that will benefit their teeth and gums. How to Brush Properly When left to their own devices, many children will make a foamy […]
Hygienists are specialists at helping kids have big, healthy smiles — and not always in a dental office. One Maine-based hygienist named Tracey Jowett has founded an organization called Saving Smiles, and she has dedicated her time to offering free mobile dental care to children across the state. To provide services via Saving […]
More than 4 million Americans wear braces, the majority of whom are younger than 18 years of age. That number represents roughly a 100 percent increase over the number of people wearing braces just 15 years ago. Braces come in a variety of designs, but all work to realign and close gaps between teeth in […]
As summer vacation approaches, it’s a good time for parents to schedule dental appointments for their children. Make sure you contact your dentist so you can get the kids in before the chaos of a new school year sneaks up on you. Summer Gives You a Convenient Time to Take Kids to the Dentist […]
How Skipping Your Child’s Next Dental Visit Can Make Them Go “Unseen” Starting the school year off with good dental care can help children protect their teeth from dental crisis for decades to come. Pediatric dental care for for kids using a discount dental plan can not only be beneficial for your health, but for […]