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Anatomy of a Tooth

May 27, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

The tooth is a versatile tool. Not only do healthy smiles make people more attractive, teeth are also used to break down food for digestion. But the functions of teeth are not just limited to cutting, grinding, and chewing. They also help with speech development and play a role … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: Anatomy of a Tooth, dental pulp, dentin, the human body, Tooth Enamel

Shake Off Winter Blues with a Smile

May 22, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

It’s been a long and snowy winter in Colorado. Now that the sun is shining and the weather is warming, say farewell to the winter blues just by smiling. Fake it ’til you make it. A smile is made possible because of the zygomatic major, a muscle that contracts at the sides of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: live a healthier life, smile, smiles are contagious

X-rays and Children

May 20, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

Children are unique, and their need for dental X-rays varies, too. We encourage parents to be well informed about how often their children have dental X-rays. X-rays are a valuable tool for finding problems in teeth and the bones surrounding teeth; however, all X-rays use … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: ALARA, American Dental Association, child's dental health, dental exams, pediatric dentist, x--ray safety, X-rays

Get a Better Night’s Sleep with a Mouth Guard

May 1, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

If you find it impossible to get a good night’s sleep, it could be something more than restlessness. You might be grinding or clenching your teeth at night. How do you know? Symptoms including waking up with a headache, an earache, or a sore jaw or neck. If you do have sleep … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: bruxism, mouth guard, sleep disorders, teeth grinding, TMJ symptoms

Baby Teeth Matter

April 29, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

Every parent wants the best for their child. You may think that baby teeth don’t matter because they eventually fall out, but your child’s baby teeth play a big role in their growth and development and the realization of their potential. It’s important to take good care of their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: Brush with me, cavities 100% preventable, oral health resources for parents, tips for parents

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