Many people are interested in natural remedies. We have heard a few parents discussing oil pulling as a means to prevent cavities and promote a healthy smile. While brushing, flossing, and fluoride applications have been scientifically proven over many decades to prevent and help reverse early tooth decay, oil pulling is a popular topic that [...]
At Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan, we love answering your questions about ways to keep your kids' smiles healthy. When should my child see a dentist? One of the first steps in ensuring your child's dental health is to schedule their first dental visit and maintain regular checkups every six months after that. [...]
Children can communicate that they have a toothache in a variety of ways. For example, your child may avoid eating solid foods, object to tooth brushing, have difficulties sleeping, pull at their ears, or fuss and cry. Children's toothaches can be caused by: Cavities Food lodged in the gums or between the teeth A loose [...]
Keep your smile healthy longer by making a few simple changes in your daily oral care habits next year. It’s not as hard as you might imagine. These easy tips will help you improve your gum and tooth health without any drastic lifestyle changes. Rinse Your Mouth Out With Water After Meals, Snacks, or Non-Water [...]
Parents always want the best for the kids, but many parents can undervalue baby teeth because they know that they will eventually fall out! But our children’s dental health begins as soon as the first tooth erupts. Fact #1: According to the CDC, 1 in 5 children (20%) aged 5 to 11 years have at [...]
We celebrate World Oral Health Day every year on March 20. Many people have used this date as a trigger for declaring an oral health pledge. What’s your pledge going to be? Maybe you can pledge to always go to the dentist every 6 months? Or pledge to floss every day! It’s the largest campaign [...]
Dental health can be part of the whole family’s New Year’s resolutions. What can you do to improve? What habit can you start in 2020 that will improve your dental health? Find a dentist if you need one. Maybe you’re an adult who hasn’t been to the dentist in a very long time. You might [...]
The holidays are full of people… and food! You want everyone in the family to stay healthy and enjoy every special moment and celebration. So here are tips from your favorite dentists at Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan. Limit hard candy and chewy sweets. They stay longer in the mouth or stick to [...]
Actually, either way is fine but there is a bit of logic for each dental hygiene battle rhythm! But, in general, we’re just happy when you floss and your teeth are clean. It’s really up to you and your child. Some kids (and adults!) prefer to brush first to remove the icky mouth feel of [...]
It is incredibly important for children to have a routine of brushing and caring for their mouths as early in life as possible. The rationale is that if kids simply grow up with a daily routine, they get used to it and it becomes indispensible to them. However, routines change as kids grow up. Independence, [...]