Monthly Archives: June 2016

Fun Ways to Reward Your Child for a Successful Dental Appointment Going to the dentist doesn’t have to be an unpleasant activity. In fact, if you plan a fun activity after the dentist, it can be something that your child looks forward to. The first step is to decide how you’re going to present the…

Three Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Child’s Fear of the Dentist Sometimes, no matter what you do, children become a little fearful of the dentist. It may happen because they hear something from friends or family. It can happen if they’re at the dentist and another child is having a problem. It can…

Why It’s Important for Children to Go to the Dentist Dental care starts the day your baby is born. Before teeth emerge, the gums need to be gently swabbed with a soft, damp cloth once a day. Once the teeth begin to grow it’s up to the parent to gently brush those tiny new teeth.…

Preserving Your Baby’s Dental Health When it comes to caring for an infant, most parents are well aware of the need for routine pediatrician visits as part of their baby’s health care regimen. What’s less well-recognized is the importance that early and regular dental care plays. For optimal oral health, the American Academy of Pediatric…