Fear is a basic survival mechanism that everyone’s born with. If you have a crippling fear of the dentist, you may be unconsciously teaching your child to fear the dentist too. Trips to the dentist may include crying, and you might think the only way to fix the problem is to … [Read more...]
How to Deal With Teething
If your baby is crabby, drooling and chomping on everything in sight, he or she is probably in the throes of teething. Teething starts at around 6 months old, when a baby’s teeth begin to erupt. Before you go crazy dealing with fussiness and tears, read these tips to keep sane … [Read more...]
Top 5 Easter Treats Not Including the Chocolate Bunny!
Easter is right around the corner and that means the grocery aisles are filled with pastel peeps and jellybeans. If your kids are anything like mine, you’re having to deal with the longing looks of your little one and are tempted to cave when presented with a multi-pack of … [Read more...]
What to Do in a Dental Emergency
Your son got an elbow in the mouth on the basketball court and knocked a tooth out. Now what? It’s American Red Cross Month, so there’s no better time to learn what to do if you have a dental emergency. Acting quickly is key. Keep a knocked out tooth moist and try to put it … [Read more...]
Toddler Oral Health – How to Raise a Healthy Toddler
We all know what it takes to get our little toddlers to take care of their mouths properly after meals, let alone get them to brush their teeth twice a day! Often, a battle royal ensues, leaving the tiny people more rebellious than ever and the grown-ups deeply frustrated. Sad to … [Read more...]
