Children are born with an innate sucking reflex that often lends itself to a comfort behavior over time. Often, an infant or young child will suck a finger or thumb …

So you’re curious about braces? Whatever the reason, you’ve found yourself wondering about braces; you’re not alone! Over four-million Americans are wearing braces at this very moment. Here are a …

Many children have fear or anxiety about going to the dentist. The good news is that, as adults and parents, we can help them to have an enjoyable experience at …

Nutrition plays a huge role in tooth decay. Teaching children how to properly fuel their body can lead to lifelong oral and physical health. We often hear that sugar is …

It’s always fair and respectable for parents to question the safety of their child. One of those “hot topics” that tends to show up quite frequently, is the topic of …

As adults, we get ads all the time telling us to use electric toothbrushes. They say they are superior to those manual brushes. As parents, we prioritize our child’s brushing …

That’s a pretty broad question, since each mouth is unique. Let us say this: getting braces is a big commitment of time, money, and lifestyle changes. It can take a …

Did you know that the hardest part of the human body is tooth enamel? Even though enamel has a pretty tough reputation, it still can become eroded. Once tooth enamel …

But first, a brief history We bet you didn’t know that chewing gum has a long and fascinating history. For real, it does! For 5,000 years humans have enjoyed chewing …