Fruit juice gained its popularity with pediatricians as a source of vitamin C and an extra serving of water for children, as well as a constipation aid. As children’s pallets expanded into more solid food, juice was viewed as a healthy addition to their diet. Pediatricians recommended juice as a way to consume a greater …
When looking for a pediatric dentist, there are many aspects to consider when it comes to caring for your child’s smile. Finding a high-quality pediatric dentist in the Palm Beach area is easy. You don’t have to go far to find it! Children’s Dentistry of the Palm Beaches is here to help you with your …
With COVID-19 cases continuing to rise, many parents wonder if skipping their child’s dental appointment is a smart idea. Recent research proves otherwise, finding that oral health plays a major role in overall health – and that maintaining it is key. Simply put, because it is critical to establish healthy habits early, postponing routine check-ups …
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and we have 8 easy tips that will help to ensure your kids benefit from a lifetime of beautiful, healthy smiles. 1. The benefits of a glass of water extend beyond hydration; it can actually help preserve your family’s smiles. Make sure each member of your household, from …
Take a moment to brush your molars with the tip of your tongue. Feel all those little nooks and crannies? Food and bacteria love to burrow in them as if settling down for a long winter’s nap. They’re not sleeping, though. They’re working hard to destroy tooth enamel. Little teeth are especially vulnerable. But just …
Guess the riddle: What starts with a wiggle and ends with a gap-toothed giggle? A loose tooth! It’s just another rite of passage in your child’s smile journey. But what if that pesky loose tooth turns your child’s smile upside down? You may be tempted to pull it out. Here’s what you need to know …
There’s a monster living your child’s mouth. Its name is Streptococcus, and it’s ready to wreak havoc on your child’s teeth this Halloween. Streptococcus is a bacteria that craves and feeds on sugar on your teeth. As the bacteria eats, the sugar is broken down into acids. It’s these acids that eat away at tooth …
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Want your child’s pacifier to magically disappear? Call in the Binky Fairy. She collects pacifiers from toddlers all over the world and gives them to babies who need them (wink, wink). Get your tyke ready for life without paci by following these steps: Give your toddler a heads up. Let her know the Binky …
It’s that time of year again. Time to fill up your child’s lunch box each morning with healthy treats that they will actually eat. Sounds like a tall order, but a lunch box packed with a tooth-friendly, energizing meal is as important as making sure they have pencils and paper. Eating a healthy lunch not …
A tooth emergency can happen to any child, any time. Your child might fall and break a tooth. Or she might bite her cheek and start bleeding. Depending on the situation, you may need your pediatric dentist to mend the mishap. Here’s what to do in the meantime: My child fell and knocked out a …
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