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 [...]
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 [...]
Do you have little ones at home that have wiggly teeth or have lost a tooth? Here are some fun ideas that you can use for your little ones who are expecting a visit from the tooth fairy! If you are going to leave money under your child’s pillow, you can sprinkle “tooth fairy dust” [...]
Why is flossing important? Did you know that our teeth have FIVE surfaces? There’s the tongue side, face/cheek side, the top (chewing surface), and two sides (in between teeth). When we brush without flossing we are only cleaning 3/5 of our teeth. That means that we are missing 40%! Not flossing can lead to: Bad [...]
What is it? 50 to 70 percent of pregnant women experience gingivitis while pregnant. Pregnancy gingivitis is a mild inflammation of the gums due to plaque biofilm buildup which include red and sore gums that bleed when brushed or floss. How to treat and prevent pregnancy gingivitis? Brush and floss daily. Make sure to thoroughly [...]
At your child’s initial visit we will make sure to provide them an exam, a teeth cleaning, and fluoride treatment. Exams: We’ll make sure to examine your child’s mouth to ensure there aren’t any signs of oral health problems in the future. Our goal is to set your child up with a healthy future. Teeth Cleaning: Even [...]
Stay positive – The first step in preparing for your child’s visit to the dentist is promoting a positive attitude towards oral hygiene at home. Explain to your child how important it is to keep their teeth and gums healthy. Many parents are afraid of the dentist themselves, so please be sure not to relay [...]
We have many parents come to us with a common question, when should we begin using toothpaste for our children and how much should we use? The short answer is the sooner the better! Starting at birth, clean your child’s gums with a soft infant toothbrush or cloth and water.When your child gets their first [...]
"It seems like all the kids in my child's class are losing their teeth- When will my child lose their teeth?" We are asked this question on a regular basis, and the quick answer is around age 6. The average child loses their lower central incisors (the teeth that are front and center - the [...]
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