School will be back in session before you know it. Whether your child will be in the classroom or learning from home, a healthy smile is still a back-to-school essential. Some schools require a back-to-school dental visit. Still, it’s always a good time of year to schedule one of your child’s […]
It’s an exciting time when your little one’s first tooth starts to appear. Baby teeth can start popping up at 6 months old, so caring for them as early as possible is essential. Baby Teeth. American Dental Association. Some baby toothbrushes resemble adult toothbrushes, while others double as a teether or fit on […]
About one in five children in the U.S. between the ages of 2 and 5 will develop at least one cavity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention—and the rate of tooth decay only becomes higher as children get older. The results are far more than cosmetic: Poor […]
Thumb Sucking is a bad habit Thumb sucking can be of concern for many parents/guardians, and while seeking advice from a pediatric dentist is recommended, there are several methods to help break this habit at home. Though thumb sucking is not harmful to a baby, it can be for […]
Is there anyone who hasn’t fallen in love with a baby’s smile? But it is as important to be aware of the need to protect its teeth. Primary teeth start sprouting in a baby at six months. And the parent should start dental care even before that. Bottle Feeding Caries […]
It’s not hard to tell when your baby starts teething. He or she may irritable during the day and sleepless at night. (And you might be too!) Here’s what to expect and how to keep your baby comfortable. When Does Teething Start? Your baby was born with all 20 primary […]
A big milestone in any child’s life is when they lose that first tooth. When that permanent larger tooth pushes out the baby tooth, it’s like a rite of passage into big kid status. However, big kid or not, there’s one question you’ll likely hear: Is the Tooth Fairy real? […]
Malocclusions (bad bites) not only affect the facial appearance and shape of the face but also affect oral health and chewing function. Malocclusion occurs when the teeth are misaligned, including crowded teeth, gapped teeth, overbites, and crossbites. Malocclusions As for the causes of malocclusion, Tsai said that besides congenital factors, the […]
Are your kid’s yellow teeth a big deal, or just part of the growing-up process? Scary Mommy spoke to experts about why teeth look yellow, what causes yellowing, and how to fix yellow teeth. So, before you start stressing about those little “toofers,” check out what the experts say. Are your […]
What Causes Cavities in Baby Teeth? Several factors can influence a child’s chances of developing cavities. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, “tooth decay [and, in turn cavities are] caused by bacteria and other things. It [cavities] can happen when foods containing carbohydrates (sugars and starches) are left on the teeth. […]