Teething is a difficult time for parents, and even worse for babies. It’s an uncomfortable but an inevitable process, so all you can really do is try to comfort your child and alleviate the discomfort to the best of your abilities. Massage the Gums Using a damp gauze, or even a clean finger to rub […]

Thumb sucking is a common habit amongst babies and infants. Young ones often suck their thumb to soothe themselves, explore their surroundings, and communicate. It’s perfectly normal for your child to engage in thumbsucking, as they develop the natural reflex to do so since birth – many even start in the womb! According to the […]

Sugary snacks jeopardize your child’s oral health, especially when consumed in large amounts. Without restrictions, it can be easy for children to get carried away and consume tons of sugar. Of course, having a treat every now and then is completely acceptable, but here are some tips to ensure that the consumption is kept to […]

Did you know that taking your child in for a dental appointment means more than just identifying cavities? There are a few other things you might be surprised to learn that your dentist is able to pick up on just by looking at your child’s teeth! Nail Biting By looking for cracked and chipped teeth, […]

It can sometimes be a challenge to explain your child the importance of oral hygiene. Here are a few fun ways through which you can help them make brushing their teeth a fun time of the day, and something to look forward towards! Fun Toothbrush The toothbrush is central to the brushing experience. You can […]

For many young kids, a trip to the dentist may be a scary experience. Although a dental check up is necessary, children can get anxious for a number of reasons. These anxieties can stem from stories they’ve heard from their peers or from internalizing their own parents’ dental anxieties. Here are some ways parents can […]

The trouble that parents go through to get their kids to brush their teeth is beyond what words can explain. Brushing seems like such a simple task to us, then what is the reason for kids to view it as a dreadful punishment? The reasons for this could be hating their toothbrush color, feeling like […]

Baby’s teeth are more sensitive and prone to debris clogging up than adult teeth. If not properly taken care of and cleaned, this build-up can lead to serious cavities and infections that will negatively affect the baby’s future oral health. Tooth decay is common in early childhood and often difficult to spot in the beginning. […]

Whether you have ghosts or goblins around the house or not, the lure of Halloween candy and treats will be around this month. If you do have young ones, there are a few tips we can offer before their inevitable increase of candy consumption. For Safety: Inspect any candy received during trick or treating adventures. […]

Children are not get enough Water During the Winter Months. 54.5% of students were found to take below the minimum daily water intake by a study carried out by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Erica Kenny, a lead researcher in this study was surprized that almost one in four kids drank no […]