Chipping a tooth is a relatively common injury for babies, toddlers, and very young children. Getting those later baby teeth happens to coincide with your little one taking first steps and learning to do many other basic activities, so falls, tumbles, and accidents are to be expected. If you’re the parent of a toddler, you […]
Next to braces, wearing a retainer is probably the first thing many people think when they think of orthodontic treatment. But it is also common for children and parents to have questions about wearing retainers, either before or during the braces being put onto the teeth. One of the most frequent questions is whether it […]
Everyone knows that when you go to the dentist, he or she will tell you to avoid sugar. Why? Because it’s bad for your teeth and it causes cavities. When you hear this so often and frequently, it can almost be easy to disregard. Understanding why dentists and hygienists say this so much by […]
Of course everyone has heard of a cavity — it’s probably one of the first things you associate with a toothache or a trip to the dentist. When you’re a kid, or even a grownup, you know it’s something bad that you do not want. By learning more about what cavities are, you can learn […]