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Smoking and Vaping Versus Teeth
SMOKING IS AN incredibly unhealthy habit for the entire body, and that includes teeth and gums. 80%...
5 Benefits Of Preventive Dentistry For Kids
At Smile Center for Kids in Sunland and Edgemere TX, we promote preventative dental care by developing decay prevention plans and helping our patients establish and preserve proper…
The History of Fluoride and Healthy Teeth
IN ORDER TO EARN the ADA’s Seal of Acceptance, a tube of toothpaste must contain fluoride and...
Dental Emergency Preparedness
HAVING A PLANalready in place can make a huge difference if an emergency comes up, and...
3 Cavity Fighters For Kids
Most parents know the basics of children’s dental health: brush regularly, reduce sugar intake, limit snacking, and get enough calcium and Vitamin D. At Smile Center for Kids…
When a Child Gets a Toothache
TOOTHACHES ARE NEVER fun, particularly for little kids who might not...
New Parents: Educate Yourselves About Children’s Oral Health
This message from Smile Center for Kids in Sunland and Edgemere TX is for new parents, or couples planning for children sometime in the future. The statistics on…
What Is Toothpaste Made Of?
PEOPLE HAVE USED some form of paste to help keep their teeth clean since at least 3000 BC in...
Does Your Child Need A Dental Crown?
At Smile Center for Kids in Sunland and Edgemere TX, we have several options to fix broken or decayed teeth. One of the most common restorations, even in…
How Does Diabetes Impact Oral Health?
DIABETES (ANY TYPE) tends to make good dental health a much more difficult goal to achieve, and...
Do You Have A Thumbsucking Toddler?
Thumb-sucking is fairly normal in many young children, and it’s something we often see at Smile Center for Kids in Sunland and Edgemere TX. Most kids outgrow it,…
We’re Observing TMJ Awareness Month
AROUND 35 MILLION people in the US are affected by temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD or TMJ), which is...
