Children are natural explorers. They look and listen to what’s happening around them, touch what they can reach, smell the waft of scents, and occasionally if given the permission, taste things they are fascinated with. To a child, everything is new. With new and exciting senses to uncover, there are also some experiences that may not be as fun to…
Whether your kiddo’s teeth have just budded, are burgeoning with great success, or already has a mouthful, dental care is important to strengthen the teeth and prevent the risk of cavities. However, helping your child install the importance of oral care into their youthful noggins can be challenging. Heck, even adults find it difficult. Most children lack the coordination to…
Getting a child to brush her teeth might seem harder than fetching dry sands from the sea, but it is not. It is easier telling a grown-up why he needs to often highlighting the benefits that come with it; but how do you make a reluctant child understand that? Most kids view this time as a time of dread. This…
Cavities occur when the food particles left on the teeth have not been brushed away after eating. The acid starts to collects on the teeth and slowly softens its enamel until a hole, better known as a cavity, starts to form. At times, we do not realize that a cavity has formed in the teeth. Upon the routine checkup, the…
Gum Chewing and Your Teeth Chewing gum is a favorite past time for many people, there are so many flavors to choose from and companies are consistently experimenting and developing new flavors. Like others things, the question to ask is, what sort of effect does chewing gum have on your teeth? As we know smoking and eating certain types of…
Children; Broken, Chipped or Knocked Out Teeth Accidents involving the teeth and face are common among children. Children have the tendency to be active while growing up as they haven’t fully developed their motor skills and coordination making accidents unavoidable at times. The most common age that children have teeth injury is between the ages of 2- 5 years. When…
Dental Sealants The goal of learning excellent dental care and hygiene practices is to get and keep a vibrant and healthy smile. But even after mastering techniques of brushing, flossing, and even after attending routine dental check ups, there still may be tough to manage risks that can lead to stubborn cavities or other types tooth decay. This is especially…
Caring For Baby Teeth Though we all had them at one point or another, most of us can’t remember the pertinent details of our baby teeth. Rest assured, a review of a few key information points will give you all you need to know to take care of your little one’s new teeth, and hygiene routine. What is the purpose…