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What’s Staining Our Tooth Enamel? | The Tooth Enamel Egg-speriment [VIDEO]

August 6, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Watch how we use eggshells to demonstrate which beverages have the most tooth enamel-staining power.

Although eggshells and teeth have entirely different functions,  they actually have similar chemical make-ups. This resemblance makes them react similarly with other chemicals and can help us understand what stains tooth enamel. When we brush an eggshell with fluoridated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids, Just for Fun

Top Five Tooth Brushing Apps for Kids | Improve Your Child’s Smile

December 4, 2018 By Shelby Tatomir

tooth brushing app for kids

As a parent to today’s generation, you’re likely conscious about the amount of screen-time your kids get—probably wishing it were less. Capitalize on the app frenzy and get your kids to take better care of their smile! Below are some of our favorite FREE tooth brushing apps for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids

9 Common Questions and Answers for Parents Considering Braces for their Children

November 20, 2018 By Shelby Tatomir

age for braces

If you’re a parent considering braces for your child, you may have questions about the treatment. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about orthodontia. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids

Are You Passing Your Fear of the Dentist on to Your Kids?

November 6, 2018 By Wyatt Dilling

Child covering their face at the dentist.

*Updated February 2026 Key takeaways about passing your fear of the dentist on to your kids: Children like to recreate how their parents act. Sometimes it’s on purpose, like when they dress up in mom’s shoes or dad’s hats. Other times it’s unintentional, like learning to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids, Fear Free

Caramel Apple Alternatives | Chocolate, Nut Butters + More

October 23, 2018 By Shelby Tatomir

Halloween chocolate apple recipes

Caramel is sticky, chewy and gets stuck to teeth easily. Opt for an alternative dipped apple made with chocolate to avoid the cavity-causing bacteria that the caramel will leave behind. Try this scary-delicious Halloween chocolate apple recipe: The Base: Chocolate Dipped … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids, Holiday, Just for Fun, Recipes & Nutrition

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