It is recommended that children begin seeing a dentist by their first birthday. Much attention has been paid to when and why a child should see the dentist, and the…

Tooth decay isn’t only a problem for adults. An estimated 42% of children aged 2 to 11 develop a cavity in their primary teeth, according to the National Institute of…

Many of us know the common causes of discolored teeth in adults, but children can also end up with yellow teeth. There are many potential causes of yellow teeth in…

Periodontal disease contributes to cavities and tooth decay, and eventually the loss of teeth and bone. Though the earlier stages of this disease, are easily reversible if caught in time…

Most of us have seen kids wearing or removing retainers, or even remember having them ourselves, but retainers have come a long way and each type works a bit differently…

Chewing gum in one form or another is a very old pastime. Mastiche, or the sap from a mastic tree, was chewed by ancient Greeks. Across the globe, the Mayans…

Summer is water fun time and nothing is more refreshing than splashing in a swimming pool on a hot day. Some people visit their local community pool for regular dips.…

Sports are a big part of many kids’ lives. Playing on a team helps them stay active, it encourages a healthy lifestyle and social skills. But along with all of…

Parents are protective of all parts of their children, teeth included. Some may cringe at the thought of their perfect little bundle being tainted by tooth decay. This can break…

Bringing your child to the dentist for the first time can be a stressful, or even scary, experience. The new surroundings are enough to make any child want to cling…