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The Tooth Fairy marks each tooth lost and adulthood’s growing footholds on our kids. It’s no wonder that through the ages we’ve found ways to mark this stage in our kids’ lives, which seems as fleeting as the Tooth Fairy herself.
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Although tooth decay, also known as dental caries, is a very real and prominent childhood disease, it can be an easily manageable and preventable condition. The month of February provides an excellent opportunity for the dental community to shed light on the importance of dental health, as well as enlighten families on good dental health habits. The keys to a lifetime of positive and successful oral hygiene are early education and intervention, along with a hint of kid-friendly incentive.
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By now, most everyone has heard of dental sealants and they know they are supposed to prevent cavities. But the specifics of dental sealants leave many questions unanswered.
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There are many different reasons for kids to need orthodontic care, including overbite, underbite and crowded or overlapping teeth. Some of these problems can be caused by things like thumb sucking, accidents or tooth decay and some can even be inherited. Benefits of having straight teeth include making maintenance easier, which can prevent cavities; preventing wear on the surfaces of teeth; reducing stress on supportive teeth bones and gum tissue; and alleviating jaw joint problems that can cause headaches.
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Sippy cups make life so much easier for parents but Dentists warn: Their use can negatively affect your child’s dental health.
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While 14-month-old Amy was playing in the bath water, her mother turned away to retrieve a towel from the linen closet. That was all the time it took for Amy to slip and injure her mouth on the side of the tub. What should a parent do?
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Do you taste your baby’s food, urge your baby to eat by placing the spoon in your mouth, lick the spoon off between the strained carrots and the applesauce, or clean the bottle or pacifier nipple by placing it in your own mouth? The answer for most parents is “well, of course.” Few parents realize that these very acts of caring and affection contribute significantly to the child’s susceptibility to dental decay.
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