Keeping Kids Healthy - Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics

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Orthodontic Tips for Parents: Helping Your Child Build Healthy Habits This School Year

A new school year brings fresh routines, new challenges, and the perfect opportunity to help your child form habits that lead to a healthier smile. Whether your child is...

Growing Smiles: How to Set Your Child Up for a Lifetime of Healthy Teeth

Posted in Keeping Kids Healthy.

Parenting is a full-time job, and we’re here to make it easier. At Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics, we created an educational newsletter as part of our Smile Squad...

How Oral Habits Can Affect Your Child’s Dental Health

Posted in Keeping Kids Healthy.

As a parent, you want to ensure your child’s oral health is in the best condition possible. While thumb sucking and pacifier use are common soothing behaviors for...

Protect Your Child’s Smile: Preventing Dental Injuries During Sports with Mouth Guards

Posted in Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health.

Childhood sports can offer so many unique and fun opportunities for kids as they grow up and develop their own passions and preferences. While sports can be beneficial...

Orthodontic Treatment Options for Common Dental Issues in Kids

Posted in Keeping Kids Healthy, Patient Education.

As children grow, their teeth and jaws undergo significant development. Without proper monitoring, significant orthodontic problems can manifest which require more...

Your Guide to Hatcher & Frey’s Smile Squad Program

Posted in Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health, Patient Education.

As parents, ensuring our children’s overall health and well-being is a top priority. While we often focus on their physical growth and development, oral health is a...

Tips for Traveling with Braces or Aligners

Posted in Braces, Invisalign, Keeping Kids Healthy, Press Releases.

Nothing beats the excitement of making travel plans for a highly anticipated vacation! However, along with the thrill comes the responsibility for individuals actively...

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New Smile Squad program focuses on awareness, education and guidance for parents of children under 10

Posted in Community Involvement, Keeping Kids Healthy, Press Releases.

How many times has a new mom or dad been given “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” as a new parent gift? More times that we can count. But after the...

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The number one mistake parents make when it comes to seeking orthodontic care for their child

Posted in Invisalign, Keeping Kids Healthy, Patient Education.

It’s not unusual for parents to have questions or concerns when it comes to orthodontic care – but many are waiting far too long to ask them or express them. And...

Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics, Coastal Crush Lacrosse join forces

Posted in Keeping Kids Healthy, News, Press Releases.

February 17, 2021 // Chesapeake, Virginia – In a year where many are pressing pause on investing, Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics is honored to announce its official...

At What Age Should My Child First Go to the Dentist?

Posted in Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health.

As a new parent, I thought it would be helpful to share with everyone some important dates to help get your children off to the right start with their teeth, particularly...

How Much Toothpaste Should I Use to Brush My Child’s Teeth?

Posted in Keeping Kids Healthy, Oral Health.

We have talked before about how the foundations of great oral health often start even before the first tooth has appeared in the mouth. Moms can help prevent the vertical...