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Dental care for kids with special needs.

Special Care for Special Smiles: Dental Tips for Children With Special Needs

Every Child Is Different One thing almost every parent can agree on is that parenting is filled with changes and struggles. Over time, you have no choice but to learn to roll with the punches. But when you have a child with special needs, even a typical dental appointment can feel like you’re training for…
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Baby's first dental visit.

Baby’s First Visit to the Dentist: Here Are 5 Things to Expect at Age 1

Don’t forget this important “first.”  It’s undeniable that there are a lot of firsts throughout the first year of your child’s life. There’s the first smile, the first laugh, and sometimes, those first steps. But there’s one first that a lot of families tend to forget—their first dental visit. With the chaos that comes with…
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Get a back-to-school dental checkup in.

Need a Back-to-School Dental Check-Up For Your Kiddo? Schedule it Today!

Creatures of Habit We humans are notorious for becoming creatures of habit. Around Christmastime, that festive spirit tends to take over. As soon as the springtime allergens overtake the outside world, something in us makes us want to organize. The back-to-school season comes with a whirlwind all its own. It’s time to refresh our kiddos’…
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What to do about tooth staining.

What Causes Tooth Staining in Kids? 7 Things Parents Should Know

Tooth Staining Happens In a world dominated by how we look, we all have insecurities one way or another. Unfortunately, all of this pressure affects our children. No matter how hard we try to teach our children that it truly doesn’t matter, outside pressures can get to them. As kids get older and start to…
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Don't skip the biannual dental visits.

Does My Child Really Need To Go To The Dentist Every Six Months? YES!

Biannual dental visits are an important part of maintaining great oral health. Are you wondering if it is necessary to bring your child (or yourself) to the dentist every six months? The answer is YES! Biannual dental check ups are great for everyone’s oral health because they serve as preventative maintenance for your mouth. This…
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Getting a filling doesn't have to be scary.

Tooth Talk: 6 Tips for Making Fillings Less Scary for Your Child

Helping Your Child Prepare for a Filling As a parent, facing the prospect of your child needing a dental filling can be daunting because you want to ensure they feel comfortable, informed, and supported throughout the process. The key to navigating this situation lies in open communication and proactive preparation. By initiating conversations with your…
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Nitrous oxide can help kids at the dentist.

Inhale, Exhale, Smile: Navigating Nitrous Oxide in Dentistry for Kids

Answers to your FAQs about happy gas. A dental chair is a place that can evoke a lot of emotions in our little ones. As parents, we’ve all been there, witnessing the mix of anticipation and anxiety that often accompanies a trip to the dentist. It’s natural to want our children to feel comfortable and…
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Know how to care for your baby's dental health.

First Teeth, Forever Smiles: Essential Tips for Baby Dental Health

A Parent’s Guide to Baby Teeth Few moments are as exciting for a parent as seeing their baby’s first teeth make their grand debut! It’s a significant milestone that marks the beginning of a new chapter in their child’s growth and development. However, it’s also a time when parents gain a new responsibility—safeguarding and nurturing…
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Dental checkups for kids with special needs.

Child With Special Needs? Don’t Worry, We’ll Make the Dental Experience a Breeze

Inclusive Dental Care for Every Child Exploring the world with a child with special needs brings new adventures, particularly in healthcare experiences. For many parents and guardians, the thought of a dental visit may raise some concerns about how their child will adapt to the new environment—sights, sounds, and sensations. Today’s blog post aims to…
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The braces conversation.

A Parent’s Guide To Talking To Your Child About Braces

Talking To Your Child About Braces If your child’s dentist has recommended orthodontics to straighten your child’s teeth and align their bite, then it’s time to have an open conversation with your child about what having braces can mean. Braces aren’t a torture device preteens and teens wear to make their adolescent years more awkward—they’re…
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Great spring activities in Kearney.

Kearney’s Hidden Gems: 5 Unique Spring Activities for Kids

Time to Explore With the weather warming up, it’s time to escape the confines of the house and soak up some sun! Get those kids outside, burn some energy, and give yourself that much-needed reset with some spring activities. When you live in a place for a while, it can be hard to find ways…
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Be prepared for dental emergencies.

Handling Dental Emergencies in Kids: A Parent’s Guide to a Happy Smile

Can we put kids in a safe bubble? As much as we want to, it’s impossible to keep children in a safe bubble. They have their own agenda. For some, this involves crossing the monkey bars in precarious ways. Other children are more inclined to be the star of the football team. Accidents are part…
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