While we’re all stuck at home, our kids might be steadily going through the pantry with a little more regularity and parents might be understandably lax at this time just to keep the peace and entertain bored and stir-crazy kids. There are some drinks that are the worst enemy of our teeth! Most juice boxes, [...]
Why exactly do we need to brush at least twice a day? Inquiring little minds might want to know (and we’d like to give them the right answer as parents and health care providers). Here are the answers from your specialists at Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Specialists of Michigan. First, let’s talk about plaque. Plaque [...]
Kids can be pretty vocal about things that are bothering them. They might cry out when they eat cold or hot food. Additionally, they may feel sensitivity when they come in to air conditioning after a day outside in the summer or step outside in the winter from a heated environment. Cold treats in the [...]
Summer is not complete without enjoying the great outdoors. Kids and parents alike love camping, tromping through trails, and exploring the wilderness! Are you going camping or hiking? Here are some tips from your favorite dentists and orthodontists! Everyone should have a water bottle. And it should be filled with water, not juice or any [...]
Pediatricians are the doctors that have a passion for and expertise in treatment of common conditions in children. Likewise, pediatric dentists have a passion for caring for children and have expertise in the appropriate development and prevention and treatment of common dental conditions in children’s mouths. Parents choose us for their children’s dental care because [...]
Most parents amaze us with their expertise and broad knowledge when it comes to their children’s health. They become experts through research and asking questions and the interest they take in providing the best for their children. Let’s review some of the most common questions we get asked about kids’ dental health! Why fix baby [...]
It’s confusing to think that juice may be bad for our children when we consider the main ingredients in most juices are fruits and vegetables. Additionally, many adults are participating are aware of some of the benefits of juicing as part of their own nutrition plan. Parents are usually aware of the risk of consuming [...]
It seems like our lives get busier by the year and one of the things that can be hard to fit in between all the other more regular activities like school and sports is the every 6 month dental visit. We encourage all parents to keep regular dental visits and there are many reasons why. [...]
We all know about the benefits of brushing, flossing, regular visits to the dentist and avoiding sticky sweets. We’ve also written about the potential harm of consuming too many liquid dental villains (juice, soda, Gatorade!). But there are other surprising items and activities that can damage the teeth of both kids and adults. Here is a [...]
What should I do if my child has a toothache? As parents, probably one of our largest priorities would be to prevent or remove any pain our child is feeling. Dental pain of any kind would definitely fall under this umbrella. However, dental pain is probably a bit under-reported by children compared to an acute [...]