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Here's Why X-Rays are a Safe Practice With Children

posted: Jul. 14, 2021.

X-rays are so interwoven into dental care that we often don't think twice about them. Even so, we shouldn't take this invisible form of radiation lightly—regular exposure at high Read more

The Thumb-Sucking Habit

posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

At Young Smiles Dentistry for Kids, we are often asked “should I be concerned with my child’s thumb sucking?” So, our team thought we’d share what our thoughts are on Read more

Summer Dental Health? Get into the Swim of It!

posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more

Like Johnny Manziel, You May Need an Oral Surgeon for a Major Dental Problem

posted: Jul. 04, 2021.

QB sensation Johnny Manziel has had a varied career in professional football. After playing two seasons for the NFL Cleveland Browns, he quarterbacked for a number of teams in Read more

Happy Fourth of July

posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more

What You Can Do To Help Your Child Avoid Tooth Decay

posted: Jun. 24, 2021.

So, when should you begin taking measures to prevent tooth decay in your child's teeth? When their teeth first begin to show? When all of their primary (baby) teeth Read more

Pacifiers and Your Child's Oral Health

posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

Children are born with a natural sucking reflex. In fact, sonogram images from the womb often reveal an unborn baby practicing by sucking on his or her fingers or thumb. Read more

Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers, and Your Baby's Teeth

posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

Sucking is a common instinct for babies and the use of a pacifier or their thumb offers a sense of safety and security, as well a way to relax. According to Read more

3 Reasons to See a Pediatric Dentist

posted: Jun. 13, 2021.

Your baby is turning one year old—and it's time for their first dental visit! Both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend your child Read more

This Minor Dental Procedure Could Make Breastfeeding Easier for an Infant

posted: Jun. 03, 2021.

Breastfeeding is nature's way of providing complete nourishment to a newborn in their first years of life. It can also have a positive impact on their emerging immune system, Read more

Porcelain Veneers Transform Real Housewives Star's Smile Spoiled by Teeth Grinding

posted: May 24, 2021.

Dorit Kemsley isn't shy. Best known to fans as an outspoken and sometimes outrageous cast member of the reality show Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Kemsley is never reticent Read more

Eliminating an Infant's Lip or Tongue Tie Can Make Breastfeeding Easier

posted: May 14, 2021.

Most babies come into the world ready and able to nourish at their mother's breast—no training required! About one in ten children, though, may have a structural abnormality with Read more

Keep a Close Eye on Your Child's Fluoride Intake

posted: May 04, 2021.

Fluoride has been proven to strengthen tooth enamel against decay. That’s why it’s not only added to toothpaste and other dental products, but also to drinking water — in Read more

3 Reasons Why Treating Cavities Is Becoming More Effective

posted: Apr. 23, 2021.

If you've ever had a run-in with cavities, you know the drill (no pun intended): After getting a local anesthetic for pain, the dentist removes any decayed dental tissue, Read more

Buffalo Bills' Stefon Diggs Knows There's Never a Bad Place to Floss

posted: Apr. 13, 2021.

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs wrapped up the NFL regular season in January, setting single-season records in both catches and receiving yards. The Bills handily beat the Miami Read more

What To Do and Not Do for These 3 Common Childhood Dental Problems

posted: Apr. 03, 2021.

Knowing what to do—and what not to do—when your child is sick can greatly affect their health and well-being. That's especially true with dental problems. Here then are some Dos Read more

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