Providing children with a healthy, energizing lunch allows them to stay fueled for the entire day and keeps tooth decay away.
Bring 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 ReadingWhen your upper and lower teeth do not line up properly, it can affect your dental health and confidence. Crossbites tend to present themselves during childhood, and stay misaligned as the patient ages. The misalignment can cause serious dental health problems. Fortunately, the dentists at Longmeadow Family Dental can help correct your crossbite with a […]
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 […]
Continue ReadingMany parents often ask, “At what age should I schedule my child’s first dental visit?” The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends, “First visit by first birthday.” They suggest that the best time for a child’s first dental check up is when they turn one. The idea of such early dental visits can be surprising […]
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to keeping you and your family’s teeth healthy, it is important to properly brush and floss, but also monitor what goes in and out of you and your families’ mouths. The average American consumes 22 grams of sugar per day, which is double the recommended daily amount. Consuming such large amounts of […]
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