To help your kids enjoy the treats without any nasty tricks from cavities, here is a list of certain candies and their impact on your teeth.
As your little goblins and ghosts gather their Halloween goodies this year, it’s important to keep in mind how the sugar in those treats can play some unwanted tricks on your teeth if you’re not careful. Here’s why: When the bacteria in your mouth eat the sugar and leftover food in your mouth, a weak […]
Continue ReadingNo matter the age of your children, a healthy smile leads to a happier and more confident outlook. That’s why, to get the most out of the upcoming school year, you may want to make sure your kids are following the best practices for dental care… and keep that confident smile all year long! Of […]
Continue ReadingWe all know we should limit sugar intake. But particularly so when it comes to our kids. That’s because sugar encourages tooth decay. How? Well, bacteria in our mouths feed on sugars in the foods we eat. Those bacteria then produce acid that eats away at our teeth. Here are a few tips that may […]
Continue ReadingWhat is the real story behind the Tooth Fairy? Well, it depends on where you look. The Tooth is believed to be a tiny fairy in a tutu with a pair of wings and supposedly originated in the United States in the early part of the 1900s. And it seems that the custom has remained […]
Continue ReadingAs a new school year begins, many of our kids will be hitting the fields, the courts, the ice and more as they participate in team or individual sports. While some sports require equipment such as pads and helmets, one piece of equipment can be overlooked. It is the mouthguard. While mouthguards offer protection from […]
Continue ReadingBack to school means back to the dentist: Identifying problems now can help with better attendance and improved confidence When making your list of to-do’s before another busy school year begins, make sure you include a visit to the dentist. A trip to see the professionals at Longmeadow Family Dental Care makes good sense for […]
Continue ReadingBring out the backpacks and sharpen those #2 pencils – its back to school time! Starting school can be a hectic time for many families. Sending kids to school with the right school supplies and textbooks is just as important as sending them to school with a tooth-friendly packed lunch. Providing children with a healthy, […]
Continue ReadingSip soft drinks all day, and get decay. A strong link exists between soda consumption and tooth decay. Additionally, habitual soda consumption can lead to childhood obesity, diabetes, and behavioral problems. Acids and sugars both damage and soften tooth enamel, leaving it susceptible to tooth decay and even tooth loss. How Soda Attacks Your Child’s […]
Continue ReadingBabies love sucking on pacifiers. Sucking on a pacifier or thumb is a natural, comforting gesture for young children. However, when babies repeatedly suck on a pacifier or thumb over a long period of time, it can cause dental problems. Many parents are rightly concerned that pacifier use can lead to abnormal tooth development and […]
Continue ReadingMany people disregard the importance of baby teeth due to their temporary nature. However, baby teeth serve some very valuable functions for children by aiding in their health and development. What are baby teeth needed for? Chewing and eating Developing proper speech Providing space in the jaw for permanent teeth that are growing under the […]
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