Thumb-sucking is a common childhood habit. Many first find this pacifying activity while in the womb. And though it doesn’t cause problems when children are very young, if allowed to continue for too long, thumb-sucking can lead to long-term dental problems. Babies and young children are soothed by the action of sucking on thumbs, fingers,…
According to the National Education Association, American students miss 51 million hours of school every year because of dental health problems. Despite the fact that it’s nearly entirely preventable, tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children. Because early education is crucial to learning good oral hygiene habits, the American Dental Association (ADA),…
A young one’s first dental visit isn’t necessarily child’s play, but it doesn’t have to be a dreaded task. There are ways to make it a more comfortable experience for you, your child, and the dentist. When Is Your Child’s First Dentist Appointment? A child’s first trip to the dentist is earlier than most people…
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. As a parent, I know the power of teaching by example. Our kids do as we do, but not necessarily as we say. Telling them to eat their broccoli, but hiding our own under the salmon gets noticed. Therefore, the chances of them eating broccoli when we aren’t…
