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Sealants Are a Protective Shield for Teeth
40% OF KIDS WILL have at least one cavity by the time they start school, usually due to...
Benefits of Clear aligners for Kids
Low Profile One of the main reasons why Clear aligners is as popular as the name suggests is that it is almost invisible. Unlike traditional braces, Clear aligners…
When They Are No Longer Children
Kids grow up. Every parent knows that, and knows the mixed feelings that come with it. When they’re toddlers we take them to a kids dentist, like those…
What Myths Has Modern Dentistry Debunked?
FOR AS LONG AS there have been people, there has been tooth decay, but people in past civilizations didn’t..
Some Common Children’s Dental Issues
Your small children’s teeth are relatively new, but they can end up with some of the same dental issues as their parents and other adults. Parents’ quick responses…
What to Know About Pediatric Dental Fillings
The thought of your child needing dental fillings can be intimidating, but with the right information and preparation, it doesn’t have to be. Here we will discuss what…
Is There a Wrong Way to Breathe?
“MOUTH-BREATHER” HAS made the rounds as an insult in recent years, but breathing primarily through the...
Types of Orthodontic Braces and Appliances
There are many different dental appliances used with pediatric patients today. Braces are still the #1 method used for straightening teeth and correcting misalignment in children’s teeth. They…
The Manual Toothbrush: Still Essential
Are manual toothbrushes obsolete? Would you believe people have been asking that question for more than fifty years? At Smile Center For Kids, we assure parents everywhere that…
The Rotten Teeth of Shakespeare’s Time
WE CAN SEE a hint of the state of dental health in Shakespeare’s England from a sonnet in which he describes his lady love’s reeking breath. The...
The Importance of Children Teeth Cleaning
As parents or caregivers, it is important to establish good dental care habits in children as early as possible. According to the American Dental Association, children should begin…
Smile More to Boost Your Health!
YOU PROBABLY HEARD the line “it takes fewer muscles to smile than to frown” when you were growing up, but...
