BABY TEETH AND TEETHING — WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW When your baby goes from gummy grins to toothy smiles, they’ve hit a milestone. Those itty bitty chompers serve an important role in the development of teeth and mouths. Your baby is born with a primary set of 20 teeth. They’re hiding beneath the gums. …
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DO THUMB-SUCKING AND PACIFIERS AFFECT MY CHILD’S TEETH? Thumb-sucking and pacifier use is as natural as smiling and sleeping for some babies. These actions may help your baby feel secure during stressful times like when he’s separated from you or in new surroundings. They me also relax and comfort him when he’s tired and sleepy. …
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DOES MY CHILD NEED A MOUTHGUARD? Yes! Children should wear mouthguards when playing any type of contact sport (football, hockey, boxing), non-contact sports (softball, baseball, soccer), or recreational activity (skateboarding, mountain biking). The mouth guard will protect your child’s soft tissue, tongue and lips and reduce the risk chipping or breaking teeth during these activities. …
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DOES BOTTLED MEAN BETTER? Did you know your bottled water habit could indirectly promote tooth decay? Of course bottled water doesn’t contain sugar or sneaky carbohydrates that turn into sugar and cause decay. But most bottled water also doesn’t contain fluoride either, the magical ingredient that strengthens teeth and prevents cavities. Most manufacturers treat the …
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WHEN TO SCHEDULE YOUR CHILD’S FIRST DENTAL CHECK-UP For a first visit, a good rule of thumb is to take your child after her first tooth erupts or by her first birthday, whichever comes first. Expect a warm welcome from the staff at your pediatric dentist’s office and possibly a tour. The dentist will check …
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SURPRISING HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHEWING GUM Moms, don’t be quick to say no to chewing gum. If it’s got xylitol in it, it’s got more health benefits than you think. Xylitol is an artificial sweetener derived from a sugar called xylose found in plants. Studies show chewing gum with xylitol helps salivary glands produce saliva. …
What parents and teens need to know about eating disorders and how they affect teeth and gums.
