Tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease—5 times more common than asthma, 4 times more common than childhood obesity, and 20 times more common than diabetes. Despite being so widespread, cavities are nearly entirely preventable. Parents can help their children combat childhood cavities by identifying some common causes of cavities. 1 – Poor Diet and Nutrition One of the primary […]
The World Health Organization reports that worldwide, 60–90% of school children and nearly 100% of adults have dental cavities. But, did you know that cavities could leave you more prone to other illnesses? Read about the correlation between cavities and other diseases below. Tooth Decay Can Make You More Prone to Infection Severe cavities and tooth decay are major causes of […]
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has released a statement that laboratory results have confirmed that certain homeopathic teething tablets contain dangerous amounts of belladonna – a toxic substance. If you have given your child homeopathic tablet or product, then it is critical that you check the label and check for dangerous ingredients. Why […]
As a parent, it’s your job to make oral healthcare fun, and as approachable as possible. Mitigating fear and anxiety, and replacing negative feelings with optimism and instruction. A great place to begin encouraging your young child is at home. Try making oral healthcare fun and informative with these fantastic dental books for children! The […]
Oral piercings are popular among teenagers, and are surprisingly common. Surveys of adolescents and young adults (age 13 – 29) report that 25% to 35% have a body piercing at a site other than the ear lobe. Despite the trendiness of body art, oral piercings can cause a variety of serious consequences that teenagers and […]
Baby teeth are meant to be lost so that the incoming adult teeth can erupt without issue. Most of the time, baby teeth are lost naturally, or due to an impactful force common in childhood. However, sometimes a baby tooth must be extracted to make room for the incoming adult tooth to avoid crowding and misalignment. […]