A child should have their first dental visit as early as 6 months according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Nov 13
At What Age Should My Child First Go to the Dentist?
Topic: Keeping Kids Healthy
Oct 30
How Much Toothpaste Should I Use to Brush My Child’s Teeth?
Guidelines on the amount of toothpaste to use with children under the age of 5 years old.
Oct 10
Where Cavity Causing Bacteria Come From
Parents can make a big difference in their child’s oral health by understanding the sources of cavity causing bacteria.
Oct 4
A Timeline for Guiding Your Child Toward Dental Health
Dental health is established early in life and there are two specific time periods to focus on in order to put your child on a path to healthy teeth.
Sep 27
Evaluate Your Oral Hygiene Skills Using a Plaque Scoring Test
Using a simple plaque scoring method, you can track your brushing ability and overall oral hygiene so you can make improvements or build your child’s brushing skills.
Sep 20
How to Brush Your Teeth with an Electric Powered Toothbrush
Master your toothbrushing technique for electric powered toothbrushes with these tips.
Sep 13
How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly with a Manual Toothbrush
Teach your child to brush your teeth correctly with a manual toothbrush with a back to basics approach focusing on tactile feedback.
Sep 5
How to Test Your Gums for Health & Track Your Periodontal Progress
A simple at home do it yourself exam to test the health of your gums and track your progress.
Jul 12
Xylitol Mints as an Effective Alternative to Xylitol Gum
Sometimes jaw problems can get in the way of being able to chew xylitol gum. Fortunately, xylitol mints are a great alternative when you have TMJ problems.
Jul 5
Xylitol Gum a Guide for New Moms & Everyone Else
Xylitol gum is great for fighting cavity causing bacteria. It’s also great for new Moms to chew to help keep their childrens’ teeth healthy.
