I see very few children in my practice, but many of my patients are parents or grandparents, so in honor of Children’s Dental Health Month, I’ll answer some common questions asked by caregivers of the young. How Much Toothpaste? According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the amount of toothpaste a child under threeRead more
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Water consumption is crucial to our overall health. Drinking water prevents dehydration and flushes toxins out of the body. But did you know that your child gets more health benefits from tap water than from bottled water? Why? The answer is simple, fluoride. Fluoride has proven benefits for oral health. It is a naturalRead more
Teething Between three and nine months of age, a baby’s teeth start to come in. Most children will not get their full set of teeth until around age three. Some babies display little to no discomfort while teething while others may have moderate to sever symptoms. The common symptoms are: Increased fussiness Restlessness ExcessiveRead more