Fears and Fun of Losing Baby Teeth

Kids usually lose their first baby tooth around 5 or 6 years old. However they can start as early as 4 or as late as 8 years old. No matter when that first tooth gets loose, it is a monumental time! Every child reacts differently when they start to lose their baby teeth. Some kids get excited and can’t wait …

What Foods are Good for Teeth?

Good habits are important, especially for children. The habits we help form for our children can carry with them through their teenage and adult years. What foods are good for our children’s teeth? What foods should be consumed sparingly?   Good for Teeth   Carrots– Yes, it’s true carrots also contain beta-carotene. The body converts beta-carotene into vitamin A. One …

Children’s Bleeding Gums

Have you ever noticed that your child’s gums bleed easily? Although not always the case, excessively bleeding gums may be a sign of gingivitis. The first important step after noticing gum bleeding is to contact your dentist. If there is a serious problem, the quickest way to recovery is starting with a proper diagnosis from a dental professional. There are …

Dental Sealants for Kids

For cavity-prone kids, going to the dentist can be a nightmare. Thankfully, dental sealants are a permanent solution to painful traditional fillings and can prevent cavities in kids and adults. Cavities are a common type of tooth decay in patients of all ages. They occur when bacteria enter the core of your tooth and slowly eat the tooth from the …

Bear Creek Pediatric Dentistry’s Sedation Services

Some children undergo serious anxiety about going to the dentist. In these cases, dental sedation treatment from Bear Creek Pediatric Dentistry is the best way to make sure patients feel safe, secure and relaxed. Anxiety is a normal reaction, but you shouldn’t jeopardize your child’s oral health by avoiding the dentist for too long. The dental practice of Dr. Dixon …

Holiday Food That Won’t Damage Kids’ Teeth

Between Halloween and the holiday season, your children’s lives are filled with delicious treats. However, many of these treats, like sticky caramels and hard peanut brittle, are damaging for their teeth. The best tip is to choose sweets that don’t stick around. Treats that quickly dissolve have limited contact with enamel and are less likely to form cavities. Another essential …

Helping Your Teen Take Responsibility for Their Own Oral Health

As children grow up and become teenagers, parents usually have much less direct influence over their oral care. Adolescence means busier schedules and often less focus on oral care, often resulting in cavities and other dental issues. Though you need to give your children space and some independence during adolescence, here are six guidelines you can follow to make sure …

Healthy Snacks for Healthy Teeth

Kids love snacks, especially those full of sugar, salt, starch and other unhealthy ingredients. Not only are these snacks unhealthy for a child’s overall health, they can also cause major damage to their teeth. Snacks like cookies, candies, juice, potato chips and pretzels can all lead to tooth decay, especially when teeth are not brushed thoroughly. Fortunately, there are various …

Children’s Books for Healthy Teeth

Here are some books that will help your child learn about the importance of keeping their teeth healthy as well as making it fun. Melvin the Magnificent Molar This book is from the perspective of a tooth, Melvin. He teaches children how to brush and have healthy teeth. Pony Brushes His Teeth Pony learns how to brush and take care …