Oct 23, 2016 | Dental Health, latest news, Pediatric
Yes. Avoiding sweets, sticky foods, and between meal snacks is good advice. To avoid cavities, limit sweet snacks and drinks between meals. Have meals and snacks at regular times. Teeth-friendly snacks include foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables. Baby bottles...
Oct 23, 2016 | Dental Health, latest news, Pediatric
Good dental hygiene habits should begin before your child’s first tooth comes in. Wiping your baby’s gums with a soft damp cloth after feedings helps to prevent the buildup of bacteria. When teeth appear, start using a soft children’s toothbrush...
Oct 23, 2016 | Dental Health, latest news, Pediatric
A child’s dental health begins at the time of conception, says an expert who recommends mothers-to-be visit the dentist before, during and after pregnancy. “The mother’s dental health affects her overall health and her baby’s health....
Oct 6, 2016 | Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, latest news, Uncategorized
Although you probably understand that poor dental care can lead to cavities, did you know that other, more serious health problems can also result from poor oral care? The truth is that if you don’t take proper care of your teeth, you could face far more serious...
Oct 5, 2016 | Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, latest news
The Link Between Medications and Cavities You may wonder why you’re suddenly getting cavities when you haven’t had them in years. As we get older, we enter a second round of cavity prone years. One common cause of cavities in older adults is dry mouth. Dry mouth is...
Oct 5, 2016 | Dental Health, Dental Hygiene
Toothbrushing plays an important everyday role for personal oral hygiene and effective plaque removal. Appropriate toothbrush care and maintenance are also important considerations for sound oral hygiene. The ADA recommends that consumers replace toothbrushes...
