It’s startling to learn that it costs parents around 20x more money to repair a tooth damaged during sports versus the cost of a mouthguard and to remind your child to wear it! In addition to pricey dental emergencies,…
Whether your kids are learning from school or home this year, they need to be eating a healthy lunch to help them learn! Some foods are not only good for your child’s overall health but for his or her teeth as well. Below are…
Bad biting habits often start in childhood but can potentially follow your kids into adulthood. If these habits aren’t broken, they can damage your child’s long-term oral health. Prevent your children from developing these…
All the different varieties of toothpaste at the grocery store can be overwhelming! There are gels, pastes, different flavors, and empty promises abound - whiter teeth, healthier teeth, cavity-fighting formulas! It’s hard to…
Getting enough calcium is crucial for helping kids grow and keeping bones and teeth healthy. It's not surprising that children who consume the recommended daily serving of calcium are more likely to develop stronger and…
Even though baby teeth are temporary, it’s still vital to start building an early foundation for good oral hygiene. You can start caring for your baby’s oral health before any teeth even erupt! Simply wiping your baby’s gums…
If your child has a habit of nail-biting, he or she is not alone. It’s a very common habit, and it typically begins in childhood. It’s a difficult habit to break in adulthood, so it’s a good idea to address this habit when…
The way that you take care of your toothbrush can impact your oral health. Many of us don’t think twice about how we’re cleaning and storing our toothbrush, but it’s something we should pay more attention to! There are ways…
Our Delaware, Ohio pediatric dental office offers a few different types of dental fillings. Many parents are most familiar with traditional amalgam fillings. These are the silver ones that sit on top of the teeth. Amalgam…
Teething is rough for everyone; parents and babies! As soon as your child starts to exhibit signs of a new tooth coming through, you might be tempted to reach for the pain-relieving oral gels that have been recommended by…