A question that is frequently asked at the dentist is, “When should my child get braces?” In short, there is no universal answer. It depends upon every child’s individual & unique set of circumstances, but there are some guidelines and factors to consider when determining what time is best for your child. Many orthodontists recommend [...]
Delta Dental continuously monitors the rate per tooth and total annual amount that the Tooth Fairy pays for lost baby teeth in their Original Tooth Fairy Poll. It was reported that she paid an amazing $255 million for lost teeth in 2014, and this amount rose even more to reach an all-time annual high in [...]
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) has been used in dentistry for a long time in many parts of the world, but it is now being used as a frequent and reliable treatment option for cavities in the United States. It has become particularly useful in treating young children with early childhood caries. Silver nitrate had been [...]
Despite your dentist constantly reminding you to floss, most people fail do so. Flossing is an extremely important component of achieving and maintaining good oral health. If you’re having trouble establishing flossing as part of your daily routine or remembering to brush at least twice per day (especially before bedtime), here are some tips: Have [...]
Children (and adults!) often grind their teeth at night while sleeping as well as when they are anxious, angry, stressed, or simply as an idiosyncratic behavior. The technical term is known as bruxism, and it is actually a very common behavior. Most children do not typically grind their teeth on purpose and are usually not [...]
Brushing and flossing isn’t necessarily an exciting activity, however, by making it fun and interactive, you can help your child develop good oral hygiene habits that will last a lifetime. If you’re having trouble getting your child interested in brushing their teeth, try these tips to help them enjoy the time spent caring for their [...]
Dental Insurance is complex, to say the least. It is nothing like medical insurance, and a common misconception is that there are set copays for services and that everything gets approved by insurance, but the truth is, dental insurance is in its own realm. In an ideal world, dental insurance would not matter, but let’s [...]
Nitrous oxide, more commonly known as “laughing gas”, is a great way for patients to come in to the dental office and feel more calm and relaxed during dental treatment. Everyone wants to have a quick and pain-free appointment and nitrous oxide is a great way to accomplish that and put yourself at ease. If [...]
1) What happens to our baby teeth won’t affect our permanent teeth -- FALSE Baby teeth pave the way for adult teeth! Primary teeth are place holders for the adult teeth, meaning they reserve space in the mouth for the tooth that comes in behind them. If a baby tooth is compromised by decay or [...]
October is National Dental Hygiene Month and we want to share a few daily habits to help you maintain a healthy smile! Did you know that flossing on a daily basis reduces gingival bleeding and inflammation? And that brushing two times a day for two minutes each time helps disrupt plaque biofilm and reduces your [...]
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