How to Enjoy Halloween With Your Kids While Preventing Cavities
Tooth decay just might be the scariest part of Halloween—let’s talk about preventing cavities in children.
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How to Choose the Best Toothbrush for a Child
Taking care of your child’s oral health does not need to be complicated. Making sure they brush their teeth twice a day is the most important part of preventing cavities. But using the right kind of toothbrush is also important. Our dentists share some tips on how to pick the best toothbrush for your kid.
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When To Start Brushing Your Child’s Teeth
Parenthood is packed with wonders, sleepless nights, and many things to remember. We don’t mean to add on to the list, but did you know that brushing your child’s teeth can start right away? It might seem silly to clean your infant’s mouth since they do not have any teeth yet. But gently rubbing their
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I Want Candy! How to Protect Your Kids’ Teeth from Sugar
Whether it’s a Halloween candy haul or an after-school treat, kids just love sugar. Unfortunately, so do the bacteria that form plaque. They break down sugars into harmful acids that attack the tooth enamel, leading to cavities and gingivitis. But you don’t have to deny your children their favorite treats—here’s how you can protect their
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How to Care for Your Baby’s Gums
It’s never too early to start caring for your child’s oral health. Even when they’re only nursing or drinking formula, babies still need gum care. Milk has sugars that bacteria can eat, and they can infect a baby’s gums. This puts their developing teeth at risk of cavities before they even erupt. Here’s how to
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How to Treat Cavities in Baby Teeth
Children can develop cavities at any age, even when they’re very young. If your child starts complaining of tooth pain, it’s important to act quickly. Treating cavities early on will prevent serious dental complications and ensure that your child grows up with a healthy smile. Let’s take a look at how to treat cavities in
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Preventing Decay in Baby Teeth
Preventing tooth decay with good oral hygiene will protect your child from serious dental pain. When left untreated, tooth decay can cause cavities and other serious dental issues in baby teeth. Even developing permanent teeth can be affected by tooth decay and cause pain as a result. Let’s take a look at what tooth decay
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When to Start Brushing Baby Teeth
New parents always have a lot of questions about their baby’s health and development. One that we often hear is, “When do you start brushing baby teeth?” The answer to this question is simple—as soon as the first baby teeth come in! It’s never too early to begin caring for your baby’s oral health. In
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Does My Child Need Dental Sealants?
Parents do a great job at teaching children proper oral care at an early age. Children brushing their teeth twice a day and flossing every day helps ensure developing teeth stay clean and strong. As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Paul Whitney at Country Club Dental also has another tool to help further protect a child’s
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