Keeping those little pearly whites in good condition is a parent’s job until the child is able to correctly manage the task. When that first tooth erupts, the job begins. Even before then, caring for your newborn’s gums is important to keep them healthy. The saliva in the mouth helps clean harmful bacteria away and
And so it begins, the festive holiday season with ultra-busy schedules, cookies, pies, cakes and other delicious treats that are only offered during this time of year. For many families, this year is made even more special. Last year most families celebrated in isolation. Parties, festivities and large family gatherings were discouraged due to the
Keeping the smiles in your family healthy is one of the best things you can do for your family members. From the smallest tot with that first tooth, to grandparents who may need dentures, a healthy smile contributes to overall health in many ways. Dental care is important at every stage of life. Even people
If you are not familiar with your dental coverage, now is the time to review it and take advantage of your benefits, especially for dental policies that run on the calendar year. If you have this type of policy, it is important to understand that each year your dental benefits reset. You may be able
Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt and they usually being to show up in the late teens or early twenties. The way in which they erupt varies from person to person. Some individuals are fortunate enough to have their wisdom teeth come in without a problem. If the jaw is large enough and
Each autumn, families across the nation make dental appointments for their children for the back-to-school dental checkup. Some school districts make it mandatory for returning students to have these important examinations, while others only require new students to show proof of a recent dental exam. These exams are an important step in making sure your
