Definition Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria that constantly forms on our teeth and along the gum line. Plaque contains bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease. As plaque forms and is not removed by proper brushing and flossing, it ...
Category: Pediatric Dentistry Tips
Protecting Your Oral Care Supplies on the Go
When traveling or otherwise busy, it can be easy to lose site of how you should care for your oral care supplies. If your toothbrush is not properly cared for, microorganisms can build up and have an adverse effect on both your oral and overall healt...
What Is Gum Disease? How Can It Affect Your Child?
Nothing makes you melt quite like your child’s smile. But as soon as kids start getting teeth, they start to become susceptible to gum disease, which can attack your child’s signature pearly whites. While some types of periodontal disease...
How to Care for Your Child After a Tooth Extraction
How to Care for Your Child After a Tooth Extraction Tooth extractions have become routine procedures for adults and kids, but you must know how to take care of your child after the procedure to ensure their comfort and proper healing. Use this helpfu...
3 Month Old Teething: How Do I Know If My Baby Is Teething
Determining what’s wrong with a fussy baby is a tough part of parenting. When your baby is fed, changed and otherwise healthy, but still fussing, you may find yourself wondering, how do I know if my baby is teething? Look for these signs and sy...
Baby Teething: Signs and Treatment
One of your baby’s milestones during his or her first year of life is the appearance of the first tooth, yet baby teething can be a scary time for parents. Often baby can become cranky or irritable as he experiences tooth eruption. Soothing bab...
Newborn Teeth: Does Your Newborn Have Them?
We don’t usually think of a newborn as having teeth. However, at birth the crowns of the 20 “baby” or primary teeth are almost completely formed, and they are hidden from view in an infant’s jawbones. Teeth The four front teeth—...
How to Get Your Teeth Clean Before the Dentist
You might be diligent as far as your oral hygiene goes, but even the most frequent flosser forgets every now and again. Of course, you may not even think about the quality of your dental hygiene until it comes time for your scheduled dental visit. Yo...
Coping With the Toddler Teething Phase
Everyone has different pain thresholds and that includes your toddler. As a parent, it can be hard to know whether those 3-in-the-morning wake-up calls are due to the toddler teething phase, poor sleep habits, an incoming cold or separation anxiety. ...
Oral Bacteria: Is Your Family Sharing Too Much?
Oral Bacteria You wouldn’t think of sharing your toothbrush. Not even with a family member. But it takes more than sole proprietorship to avoid partnering infection and sharing oral bacteria. Studies show that toothbrushes can become heavily co...
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