I work as a clerical assistant in a pediatric dental office, and I am commonly surprised by the number of children who are scared of the dentist. Many kids think that cleanings will be painful, and they believe they will be scolded for eating sugary foods. Children are also extremely frightful of the noises made by the water spraying tools and the suction devices. As adults, we know that dental cleanings are easy and free of pain. We need to impart this knowledge to our children so they know not to fear the dentist. I have provided blogs that will help you speak with your child about dental care. Good communication, trips to your own dentist, and online videos can assist you. So will good brushing techniques that will make your child proud to see the dentist. Enjoy my articles so you can help your child build oral care confidence.
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Do You Struggle With Stained Teeth? 3 Tips to Identify and Treat Fluorosis
24 January 2019
A set of perfectly white teeth is associated with good oral hygiene as well as a youthful appearance. While teeth come in varying shades of white, the color should be fairly uniform throughout the surface of the enamel. Unfortunately, too much exposure to fluoride during the early childhood years is associated with problems such as staining, white spots and pitting that can all detract from your smile. These discolorations will also not come off with whitening products due to their intrinsic nature.
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Tactics For Preventing Cavities And Toothaches In Your Child
27 December 2018
If you suffered with toothaches when you were a child, you'll probably do anything to spare your own child that kind of pain. By helping your child have good oral hygiene for the first few years of life, you can reduce the risk of cavities and toothaches. Young children aren't able to brush effectively by themselves, so while they should brush in order to learn, you'll also need to help to make sure all food is removed from between the teeth.
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Post-Orthodontic Treatment: What You Need To Know About Your Retainer
21 November 2018
Once you complete your orthodontic treatment, you will have a beautiful smile that you can show off to all of your family and friends. That self-confidence that you will achieve will be like nothing else. However, there is one final step in your orthodontic treatment that will assist you in maintaining that beautiful straight smile that you now have: a retainer! Over time, your teeth will naturally shift, and a retainer will ensure that this does not happen.
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Six Dental Health Mistakes Teenage Patients Should Avoid
26 October 2018
The teenage years can be a time of rebellion for many patients. However, making dental health care mistakes during the teenage years is likely to come back to haunt a patient down the road. The teenage years are the best time in life to start developing healthy adult dental care habits. The following are six dental health mistakes teenage patients need to avoid so that they don't experience dental problems later in life:
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3 Tips to Keep Down Pediatric Orthodontics Costs
27 September 2018
Does your child need braces or other orthodontic work? Are you suffering from shock after seeing the price estimates? Braces can be a costly form of treatment, but they can also pay lifelong dividends. They'll help your child be confident in their smile and appearance and avoid serious dental issues later in life. Regardless of the benefits, there's no doubt that braces can be difficult to afford for many families.