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AS PARENTS, THERE ARE so many things we must teach our children so that they are ready to go out into the world as adults. One lesson we prioritize as dentists is teaching them how to floss properly. We’re happy to give parents everywhere our best tips on how to …

HERE’S A HANDY GUIDE that can help parents navigate the kids’ toothbrush aisle the next time they need to replace a child’s toothbrush (which should be every few months — certainly by the time the bristles look bent). Start out by choosing from kids’ toothbrushes with the ADA’s Seal of …

SOME OF US remember the soreness and discomfort of our incoming adult molars, not to mention how hard it was to chew. Your mouth was tender and it was uncomfortable during this time. It’s the same for teething toddlers. The babies and small children cannot clearly tell you about their …

PARENTS CAN DO a lot to help their child come into the dentist’s office feeling relaxed and positive. Our team will make this first dental visit pleasant. We love children and are here to help your child build healthy oral hygiene habits. Here is a cheat sheet to make help …

What Is Toothpaste Made Of?

Peope have used some form of paste to help keep their teeth clean since at least 3000 BC in ancient Egypt. Modern toothpaste first appeared in the 1700s and was usually homemade. A dentist first added soap to dental paste in 1824, and John Harris added chalk in the 1850s. …