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When Should My Child Start Using Mouthwash?
Mom's Corner | ages 3 - 5 ages 6 - 11The use of fluoride mouthwash is recommended for children ages 7 and older, provided the child can perform the activity....
What are Dental Sealants?
Mom's Corner | age 12 - adulthood ages 6 - 11Dental Sealants are a thin plastic-like coating that fill in the grooves on the chewing surfaces of the teeth and...
Ditch the bottled water
Mom's Corner | age 12 - adulthood ages 3 - 5 ages 6 - 11Did you know that your bottled water habit could indirectly promote tooth decay? Of course bottled water doesn’t contain sugar...
Is Chewing Gum Healthy for my Child?
Mom's Corner | age 12 - adulthood birth - age 2Chew away! Mom’s, don’t be too quick to say no when your child picks up a pack of gum in...
What is a Pediatric Dentist?
Mom's Corner | ages 6 - 11Pediatric dentistry is the specialty of dentistry that focuses on the oral health of infants, toddlers, children and teens. After...
Why should I take my child to a Pediatric Dentist?
Mom's Corner | ages 3 - 5A pediatric dentist is uniquely qualified to treat a child who is having his or her first dental visit, treating...
Does my child need a mouth guard to play sports? What kind should I choose?
Mom's Corner | ages 6 - 11Yes! Mouth guards should be worn by both children and adults when playing any type of contact sports (football, hockey,...
What should I do if my child falls and knocks out a permanent tooth?
Mom's Corner | ages 6 - 11Remain calm. Locate the tooth and pick it up by the chewing surface (not the root). If the tooth is...
Night Grinding
Mom's Corner | age 12 - adulthoodStudies have shown that night grinding occurs, in one form or another, in most children. It is usually not a...
What is a topical fluoride treatment?
Mom's Corner | ages 6 - 11A topical fluoride treatment is applied at the dentist office after your child has received a professional cleaning. Usually a...
