Research tells us very few people consistently floss their teeth; my personal hope for my own kids and my patients is that they use dental floss as often as they perform the floss dance! There are many products on the market now for cleaning in between your teeth. Your toothbrush …
Read More »Postponing a Filling with Silver Diamine Fluoride
By Dr. Whitney Garol, The Smile Shop What do you do when a little one needs a filling? There are a couple of options depending on a child’s ability to sit for the length of a dental procedure. If your child isn’t quite able to sit for a filling, there …
Read More »Safe Mouthwashes for Kids
I am asked regularly by my patient’s parents about the many mouthwashes on the market today and if children should be using them. There are many different types of mouthwashes with different benefits, such as, preventing tooth decay, freshening breath, reducing plaque, and preventing gingivitis. It can be overwhelming to …
Read More »So THAT’S Teething? Confessions from a Dental Hygienist
Every single day since I’ve been a mom, I’m fairly certain at some point during my day I have wished my kids came with an owner’s manual. Why won’t they just go to bed? Why won’t they just be quiet for one minute? What does that poop color mean? A …
Read More »Visit Dr. Brosy to Get Cash for Candy
Today’s post is sponsored by Brosy Family Dentistry, a family-owned practice serving the whole family; and children are especially welcome! Here, mom and dentist Dr. Lynn shares a few tips for enjoying Halloween candy while protecting your little ones’ pearly whites - and how to share your extra Halloween candy …
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