School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other equipment you’ve collected over the school year (that’s where that other shoe went!), be sure to keep one item handy: your mouthguard. Team and contact…
Seeing your child in pain is the worst feeling for any parent. The discomfort caused by toothaches can also affect the overall health of a child. Most parents automatically assume that a child has a toothache due to tooth decay or a dental cavity. However, there can be a number of reasons why a child…
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children typically start to lose their primary teeth at the age of six. The first baby teeth to go are usually the incisors, which are the middle teeth in the front. The molars in the back come out between the age of ten and twelve. Losing baby teeth…
Human teeth are extremely strong but over time they sustain a lot of wear. Improper oral hygiene also contributes toward dental problems causing the teeth to weaken and become more susceptible to damage. The most common dental injury is a chipped tooth. A chipped tooth refers to the dental condition where part of the tooth…
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the number one dental problem among children under 5 years is tooth decay. According to the study conducted by AAP on preschoolers, 28% of the children have one or more cavities by the age of three. This can be avoided by simply encouraging good dental hygiene habits…
It’s time for the tooth fairy to make her first visit! Your once-little bundle of joy has lost their first tooth. And they’re quite excited about what the good fairy will get for them. You’ve already decided that a book and their favorite candy will be a perfect gift from the illustrious being. But now that…
Over the past few years, vaping and e-cigarettes usage has been on an alarming rise among teens. Vape contains harmful chemicals which are far more safe as the current media presents it to be.
Easter is right around the corner! And as a parent, you know your kid is looking forward to finding some choice Easter eggs. While the significance of Easter may hold a different meaning for adults, for a child, it’s all about fun, family, and a hefty chocolate egg that they’ll try their best…
For some time now, your bundle of joy has been anything but joyful. They’ve been fussy and angry, and their sleep schedule has been thrown out the window. And if that’s not enough, they’ve been drooling far too much and you’re tired of washing their onesies over and over again. Could it be that your…
Dental erosion is commonly caused by the intake of acidic foods. The loss of enamel leaves young teeth susceptible to oral diseases, causing excruciating pain. See this infograph to know about many protection tips to ensure the safety of your children’s teeth