The Tooth Fairy’s so nice, we celebrate her twice! National Tooth Fairy Day occurs once in August and once this month – February 28th, to be exact. While we’re talking Tooth Fairy, discussing her with your kids is the perfect way to remind them to practice good oral and … [Read more...]
Ease Your Child’s Dental Anxiety: Tots, Teens & Ages in Between
Does your child tremble in terror at the mere mention of a dentist appointment? It’s common for children of all ages to fear a dental visit. As a parent, there are many ways to soothe the stress. Help your child move from screaming “AHHH!!!” to calmly opening wide and saying, … [Read more...]
Make Flossing Fun for Kids
Flossing is an essential part of any oral care routine, even for kids. Baby teeth are vital to development. Flossing should start when your child has two teeth that touch to remove plaque and food debris. Once they’re old enough to start doing it themselves, they may become less … [Read more...]
Keeping Kids in Mind for Dental Plan Design
Quality dental care is essential for a child’s well-being. The research supports our view: Cavities are the single most common chronic disease among children. Untreated decay affects 19.5% of 2 to 5 year olds and 22.9% of 6 to 19 year olds. Dental disease can affect a child’s … [Read more...]
Creative Activities for Children’s Dental Health Month Festivities
Untreated tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children, so the ADA deemed the month of February National Children’s Dental Health Month to change that! By sharing with our children how dental health impacts our overall health, heart, brain, and more, we can ensure … [Read more...]