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Fluoridated Drinking Water Helps Curb Tooth Decay Safely

posted: Nov. 28, 2019.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention calls it “one of the ten most important public health measures of the 20th Century.” A new vaccine? A cure for Read more

Take Steps to Save an Incoming Tooth's Place to Avoid a Poor Bite

posted: Nov. 18, 2019.

At your child's latest dental visit, you found out one of their primary (“baby”) teeth has become decayed and in danger of loss. Of course, you may think, it's Read more

Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting

posted: Nov. 08, 2019.

On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, Read more

Support Your Child's Teeth Development with Proper Hygiene and Dental Care

posted: Oct. 29, 2019.

Between infancy and the onset of puberty, your child will grow one set of teeth, lose it and grow another; their jaw structure will also change dramatically. This rapid Read more

How Early Dental Visits Can Improve Your Child's Oral Health

posted: Oct. 19, 2019.

Pediatricians and dentists alike recommend beginning your child's regular dental visits at an earlier age rather than later. Most say children's first visits should happen around their first birthday. Some Read more

Make Your Baby as Comfortable as Possible During Teething

posted: Oct. 09, 2019.

Your sweet, good-natured baby has seemingly gone from zero to grumpy overnight. The reason is simple: They’re teething. Teething is a natural process in which a baby’s first teeth (primary Read more

A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang

posted: Sep. 29, 2019.

While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, Read more

Bad Breath in Children

posted: Sep. 19, 2019.

Even the sweetest children don’t always have sweet-smelling breath. If your child has persistent bad breath, it may be for one of the following reasons: POOR ORAL HYGIENE HABITS. Bad Read more

Keep an Eye on Your Young Children's Fluoride Intake

posted: Sep. 09, 2019.

We've known for a long time that fluoride strengthens tooth enamel against decay. We've also learned that fluoride consumption early in life pays later dividends with healthier teeth. But while Read more

A Retainer-Like Device can Preserve the Space Left by a Lost Primary Tooth

posted: Aug. 30, 2019.

Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early? The answer is yes — Read more

Fifth Harmony's Camila Cabello Chips a Tooth, but Concert Still "Worth It"

posted: Aug. 20, 2019.

Everyone loves a concert where there's plenty of audience participation… until it starts to get out of hand.Â Recently, the platinum-selling band Fifth Harmony was playing to a packed house Read more

Watch for These Developing Bite Problems with Your Child's Teeth

posted: Aug. 10, 2019.

You may not always be able to tell if your child's bite isn't developing properly. Â That's why you should have them undergo an orthodontic evaluation around age 6 to Read more

Start Early with Your Baby's Dental Care

posted: Jul. 31, 2019.

You can't go wrong with an early start caring for your child's teeth and gums. In fact, dental care should begin in earnest when their first tooth appears. You should Read more

Kids, Cats and Canines: Dental Development Through the Ages

posted: Jul. 21, 2019.

What do young saber tooth tigers, which have been extinct about 10,000 years, have in common with human kids today? At first glance, not a lot. Smilodon fatalis, the Read more

Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth

posted: Jul. 11, 2019.

It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, Read more

Keep Your Baby's Fluoride Intake within Moderate Limits

posted: Jul. 01, 2019.

Like many other families, you may use formula instead of breast milk as a safe and healthy alternative to feed your infant. But, if you use a powdered form Read more

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