Monday, February 27, 2017

My Child Has a Toothache. Should I Call the Dentist?

“Growing pains” are part of childhood, and teething can be the cause of some discomfort in your child’s mouth. ADA dentist Dr. Maria Lopez Howell reveals one thing to check for before taking your child to the dentist for a toothache.

http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/ask-an-ada-dentist/my-child-has-a-toothache-should-i-call-the-dentist?source=promospots&content=topstories&medium=ask_ada_child_toothache

Thursday, February 23, 2017

What Is the ADA Seal of Acceptance?

There are so many dental care products on the store shelves, how do you decide what’s best for you and your family?
http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/ada-seal-products/what-is-the-ada-seal

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Conquer dental anxiety once and for all
Do you or does someone you know suffer from dental anxiety? We understand how difficult it can be to overcome anxiety to receive necessary dental treatment. Fortunately, new research shows that just 5 sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy can help you conquer dental anxiety. Learn more: http://bit.ly/1lUOp4E
 
Child meditating

Monday, February 20, 2017

How to help a child quit thumbsucking


Young children often suck on pacifiers or their thumbs to soothe themselves. However, pacifier use and thumbsucking can cause problems with the growth and development of the mouth, including the alignment of teeth. Thumbsucking can be a difficult habit to break. Here are some tips:
* Provide alternative comfort to your child if he or she is thumbsucking for comfort.
* Praise your child for not thumbsucking.
* Involve older children in developing a plan to stop.
* Ask us for help explaining how thumbsucking affects teeth at your child's next visit.

Learn more: http://bit.ly/Lsaju8

Baby with pacifier