Children like to copy their parents’ behavior. 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 fear the dentist. Research shows that parents pass along their fear of the dentist to their kids. … [Read more...]
Extreme Dental Phobia: Tips to Become Confident
Everybody is afraid of something. For certain people, it’s spiders (arachnophobia) or bees (apiphobia) or even high places (acrophobia). For others, extreme dental phobia (dentophobia) is the thing that scares them, that keeps them far away from the dentist’s office. … [Read more...]
Dentist Matchmaker: Finding the Perfect Provider
Whether you’re new in town or craving a change of office scenery, finding a provider can be hard. But have no fear! We’re here to help you choose the right dentist. Here’s what to look for in a dentist: Location, Location, Location We may traverse mountains for exercise, but a … [Read more...]
Can Essential Oils Improve Oral Health?
People are raving about the many uses of essential oils for teeth. These popular potions are popping up on Pinterest in the form of DIY toothpaste and even as a drug-free fix for dental anxiety. But are essential oils all they’re cracked up to be? … [Read more...]
Adult Coloring for Kids at Heart + PRINTABLE PAGES!
Fanny packs aren’t the only things making a comeback these days. Coloring books are back—but in a grown-up way. Adult coloring books are drawing attention. Coloring books bring back feeling of childhood play, when things were less stressful. Get ready to scribble and smile, … [Read more...]