Does your child suck their thumb? It’s not uncommon. According to Stanford Children’s Health, almost 90% of newborns “show some form of hand sucking by two hours after birth.” It’s a natural reflex for young kids and can even help them feel safe or handle stress. But oral … [Read more...]
How are your kids doing in school?
Aside from the rare, true genius, most kids struggle with some aspect of school. Some kids are better at math and science, while others are budding Picassos or future Stephen Kings. Chances are your child is intuitively smart about certain subjects, and not so sure about others. … [Read more...]
A Childhood Disease That’s Nearly 100% Preventable
Did you know that childhood dental disease is the most common chronic condition among children? That’s right; dental disease in kids is five times more common than childhood asthma. But wait, that’s not the worst part. This is: Dental disease is nearly 100% … [Read more...]
For natural teeth at 80, start young
Do thoughts of dentures make you want to squirm? Having flashbacks of your grandparents taking their teeth out at night? If you would rather leave the fake teeth to your grandkid’s Halloween costume, start taking care of your teeth now! … [Read more...]
Worried About Heart Disease? Brushing Your Teeth Can Help!
You’re finally retiring. You’ve reached the “golden” age in life. Although there are plenty of things to look forward to in retirement, we often focus more on our health as we age. And, since there is a correlation between certain diseases and oral health, it is vitally important … [Read more...]