Tooth-Friendly Alternatives to Chocolate When Valentine’s Day rolls around each year, we often look to spoil our loved ones with romantic gestures. Chocolate may be a staple on Valentine’s Day, but there are plenty of other tooth-friendly and healthy options to give your child or the ones you love on this holiday. Our team at…

Aren’t cavities normal? It’s a common misconception that cavities are just a normal part of childhood and that if they have a cavity on a baby tooth, it’s not a big deal. Though most children end up with at least one cavity before they reach adulthood, it doesn’t mean that these cavities don’t affect them.…

It’s time to make some changes. Getting kids to eat something healthy can feel like a battle at times. We want them to have healthy eating habits that don’t consist of only empty calories and overly processed foods, but sometimes it feels next to impossible to get them to eat something green. When it comes…

Energizer Toddlers As soon as a baby becomes mobile, it seems like they want to get into absolutely everything. Their newfound interest in exploring every cabinet within reach only seems to intensify as they grow into full-fledged toddlers. Only, now they feel like they must do everything themselves—and in a lot of ways, they do!…

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’…

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…

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…

Your child’s oral health links directly to their overall health. Children’s oral health is an essential part of their overall health and development. Despite this, it’s often the most likely area to be overlooked.  The impact of oral health on children is widespread. It affects many areas of their lives, including their physical, emotional, and…

Does my child need an early orthodontic evaluation? All you want is for your child to be healthy and happy as they grow. When it comes to their teeth, you want their bite to form properly and their jaws to be perfectly aligned. But sometimes, whether due to accidents, genetics, or habits, that just doesn’t…

It’s story time!  Our world is filled with stories. From the tales we share with our families after a long day at work to the adventures on TV, there’s just something about a good story that pulls us in. But diving into a good book can sometimes be just a little extra special. It gives…