by Christina Steiner | Feb 1, 2021 | dental care, fluoride, health, kids, parent tips, protection, smile
Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM) to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. NCDHM began as a one-day event in Cleveland, Ohio, on February 3, 1941, and has since become a...
by Christina Steiner | Dec 3, 2020 | baby toddler, dental care, dentist, fluoride, health, kids, parent tips, smile
Can we be born with bad teeth? If you’ve been wondering if your genes play a role in your child’s oral health, the short answer is yes. Issues such as gum disease, tooth decay, tooth color, cleft lips or palates, oral cancer and misaligned teeth can be hereditary. But...
by Christina Steiner | Mar 3, 2020 | baby toddler, dental care, dentist, fluoride, health, kids, parent tips, protection, smile
What is fluoride? Fluoride is a compound that contains fluorine, a natural element that can help prevent tooth decay by inhibiting the loss of minerals from tooth enamel and strengthening areas that are beginning to develop cavities. Fluoride can be found as an active...
by Brier Creek Pediatric | Sep 20, 2018 | dental care, fluoride, parent tips, protection
Did you know that cavities are present in about 20% of U.S. children aged 5 to 11 years old? And additionally, 13% of youth aged 12-19 have already had at least one untreated cavity? But there is good news: cavities are nearly 100% preventable. Parent tips to prevent...
