Tag Archives: dentist

It’s hard to believe another summer break has come to a close for most of our kids, yet here it is. Though my own children are now in college, I will never forget the days of school supply lists and figuring out what they would be wearing on their first days …

By Melissa McCool, DDS With the holidays comes an endless array of treats and sweets, and you know what? It’s okay to indulge! That is what goodies are for. As a dentist, I don’t think it is fair to tell patients they can never have something. The key is to …

What do you do when a little one needs a filling? Read more from Dr. Whitney Garol for a few 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 is a newer …

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 …

Technology can make our lives easier – but especially in the case of Pediatric Dentistry. The developments and advancements in this arena make me a little envious of the kids who get to benefit from them today. Here’s to making our kids have less anxiety, more excitement, and healthier teeth …

Fluoride is a hot topic for dentists; one that we felt was high time for exploration with our partners over at The Smile Shop. Have more questions to add about dental health and fluoride? Comment on the blog below (or on Facebook)! Do a lot of children need prescription fluoride? …

There are always some top of mind questions that come to mind (when you’re not at the dentist, of course). I’ve been keeping track of some questions that come to mind when I think about the dentist, but never seem to remember when I actually sit down in front of …

I’ll be the first to admit my fear of the dentist. It came from a long run of bad luck, bad experiences, and, well, general fear of anything drilling in my mouth. After becoming a parent, I try my hardest to keep my personal experiences from impacting my child, but …

Dental care doesn’t just start with brushing – it’s nutritional. Setting your kids up for success from the get-go can make or break healthy teeth (and make or break your wallet).  This week, we interviewed Dr. Katie Foster from The Smile Shop to talk about healthy eating habits to promote …

February is Children’s Dental Health Month, which makes it an ideal time to discuss how to help children develop a lifetime of health oral habits. At Caffaratti Dental Group, we can help everyone in your family achieve healthy smiles, and we firmly believe that as parents we have a responsibility …