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An Inside Look at How Your Oral Health During Pregnancy Affects Your Baby

October 20, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 2:58 pm
Pregnant woman smiling while touching belly

Are you currently expecting? Congratulations! Naturally, you want to take the best possible care of yourself to nourish your little one in the womb. While that starts with exercising each day and filling up on nutrient-dense foods, it extends to prioritizing your dental care as well. For an inside look at why oral health during pregnancy matters, keep reading.

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Help Your Child Ace Their Next Dental Exam with These Back-to-School Tips

September 7, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 6:01 pm
Child smiling while walking to school

Just like that, back-to-school season is here again! If your child’s next dental exam is rapidly approaching, you may be wondering what you can do to help them pass with flying colors. If so, you’re in the right place. Here are five helpful, back-to-school-specific oral hygiene tips for your student.

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Does Your Child Play Sports? Here’s Why They Should Wear a Mouthguard

August 17, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 6:20 pm
Young athlete putting on mouthguard

Participation in sports comes with numerous benefits, from weight management to stress relief. Of course, contact and non-contact sports alike come with some risks, like sustaining a dental injury. After all, all it takes is one rogue ball or one accidental elbow to your child’s face for an otherwise great day to result in a stressful trip to your emergency dentist’s office. To learn more about why wearing a mouthguard is crucial, read on!

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3 Key Factors That Impact Special Needs Dentistry

July 28, 2022

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Mom and child with special needs smiling

If your child has a physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional condition, then their medical needs are likely a top priority. Of course, it’s important to remember that dentistry is a part of that, especially since children with special needs are vulnerable to certain oral health conditions, like overcrowding and gum disease. To learn three key factors that impact special needs dentistry, read on.

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Shark Teeth in Kids: What They Are & When You Should Be Concerned

June 15, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 7:15 pm
Kid opening his mouth to show shark teeth

Is one of your child’s teeth emerging before their baby one has fallen out? Don’t worry – this sometimes happens. This phenomenon, known as shark teeth, can seem scary, causing parents to wonder if they should schedule an emergency appointment with their child’s pediatric dentist. There are three things to keep in mind to determine the best answer. To learn what they are, read on!

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When Should You Start Cleaning Your Child’s Teeth?

May 18, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 8:15 pm
mother and baby practicing child's oral hygiene

It’s no secret that kids get cavities. However, did you know that tooth decay is the number one most common chronic childhood disease? In fact, studies suggest that 20% of children between the ages of 5 and 11 have at least one untreated decayed tooth. Many professionals believe this is connected to misinformation about when parents should start cleaning their child’s smile. Read on to learn more about when you should start practicing your child’s oral hygiene routine and a few tips on helping that process go smoothly.

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What You Need to Know Before Getting Nitrous Oxide

April 13, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 6:19 pm
Closeup of patient getting nitrous oxide at dentist’s office

Nitrous oxide, commonly referred to as “laughing gas,” is a mild, but effective sedative that can effectively ease your dental-related anxiety. As a result, you can comfortably get the preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry you need without the stress! Of course, there are a few things you should know beforehand. Keep reading to learn what they are!

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An Inside Look at the History of Pediatric Dentistry

February 16, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 6:20 pm
Closeup of child smiling at dental checkup

Nowadays, children begin their biannual dental checkups and cleanings around their first birthday (or sooner if their first tooth emerges before then). However, this is a relatively new practice. After all, the field of pediatric dentistry didn’t gain traction until the 1900s! To learn about the history of this important specialty, read on!

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Everything You Need to Know About Root Canals For Kids

January 27, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 9:20 pm
Kid smiling while looking in mirror at dentist’s appointment

Currently, more than 90% of Americans have at least one cavity by their 21st birthday. So, it’s safe to say tooth decay isn’t an oral health concern among adults alone. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention currently estimates that about 20% of children between the ages of 5 and 11 have at least one cavity. If left untreated, root canals for kids become necessary. Keep reading to learn more about this tooth-saving treatment!

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Does Juice Give Kids Cavities?

January 4, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — orthorandolph @ 10:16 pm
Kid sipping juice that causes children's cavities

As a loving parent, you’re doing everything you can to give your little one the nutritious foods and drinks they need to stay healthy. However, you’re busy! You don’t always have time to decipher the confusing nutrition labels when choosing your child’s beverages. Unfortunately, the choices you’re making may not be as healthy as you think. Recent studies show that well over half of drinks marketed for kids contain lots of added sugar, and many of them come in packaging showing fruits that make them appear healthy. Read on as we go over the important connection between juice and cavities in kids and what you can do to keep your little one’s smile happy and healthy!

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