Children can be more prone to cavities for a variety of reasons including a reduced skill set in performing oral hygiene and irregular diet choices that may include higher sugar content. Another reason could be the natural shape and complexity of the grooves of their adult molars which start to erupt into the mouth around [...]
There are plenty of myths that many people believe about dental health - and understandably so! There are countless sources of information that provide misleading or misdirected advice relating to the mouth. Here are a few of the most common dental health myths, and some short explanations as to why they’re not totally truthful. Debunking [...]
Now that you are a teenager, you are old enough to do a lot of things you weren’t allowed to do or couldn’t do on your own at younger ages. Now is the time to also start taking responsibility over your own dental health. You probably consider yourself too old to have mom or dad [...]
Thanksgiving is one of our favorite holidays. We look forward to all the fantastic food and hanging out enjoying quality time with family and friends. However, it is also a time when most Americans eat more than any other time of year. Did you know that the average American consumes more than 4,500 calories on [...]
When it comes to their children, parents will do nearly anything to provide the best life possible. Luckily one of the easiest ways to ensure that your child enjoys a happy life is to also ensure that they lead a healthy life - especially with regard to their teeth. Here are a few reasons why [...]
About Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan, the offices of Drs. Delaney, Plunkett, Ralstrom, Makowski, Thanasas, Ker, and Associates Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan have specialized in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics since 1968. Our family-friendly office gives patients and families a more comfortable and consistent experience with dentistry from the very beginning. [...]
Many parents wonder when their child will start losing their 20 baby teeth that took so long to come in! This is a very big milestone in a child’s life, and there are a few things every parent should know when it comes to their child losing their teeth. Dr. Elizabeth Ralstrom tells us, “that [...]
With the wide variety of toothpaste brands and styles available, the options are almost endless and people of all ages sometimes have a difficult time choosing the brand that best fits their needs. This can especially be tricky when it comes to toothpaste for children. We are continually surprised with how many patients and parents [...]
When it comes to teaching kids about the importance of dental care, undoubtedly the most difficult age group to teach would be those under age 5. Like anything else, many kids cannot compute why brushing and flossing and other dental-related activities are important. They just have heard, usually from parents, that brushing is a part [...]
So your child is a regular Jackie Robinson on the baseball field, huh? While you might find yourself quite worried about the safety of their bodies while playing their favorite sports, have you considered the necessity of protecting your child’s teeth as they play? About Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan, the offices of [...]
