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Simple Steps to Follow if Your Child has a Toothache
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 05, 2019
"Mom, my tooth hurts" isn't something you look forward to hearing your child say. But tooth pain is as common as other childhood ailments, so you may have to
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Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 25, 2019
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But
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Thumb Sucking One of Many Factors to Consider When Treating a Poor Bite
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 15, 2019
It’s true — thumb sucking beyond age 4 can cause bite problems for permanent teeth. But prolonged thumb sucking is just one of a number of possible contributing factors
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Dental Sealants can help Prevent Tooth Decay in Children
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 05, 2019
While children are less likely than adults to experience periodontal (gum) disease, the same can't be said for tooth decay. One aggressive form of decay called early childhood caries
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Keep Watch for Bite Problems with your Child's Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 26, 2019
Around ages 6 to 8, a child's primary teeth will begin to loosen to make way for their permanent teeth. If all goes well, the new set will come
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Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 16, 2019
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both
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A Retainer-Like Device can Preserve the Space Left by a Lost Primary Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 06, 2019
Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early?
The answer is yes —
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Instill in Your Child the Daily Habit of Brushing and Flossing
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 24, 2019
There are a lot of things we do without much conscious thought — habits we've developed over time. Some habits help streamline our lives for the good; others, though,
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Topical Fluoride is a Safe Way to Protect Your Child's Teeth from Decay
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 14, 2019
We've known for decades that fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and lowers the risk for decay. And while adding it to toothpaste and drinking water are the more common ways
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Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 04, 2019
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book,
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Preventive Care for Your Child is a Partnership between You and Your Dentist
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 25, 2019
Like the rest of their bodies, children’s teeth and mouth are on a rapid development track. By the time they’re young adults, they will have had two sets of
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What You Can Do to Support Your Child's Dental Development
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 15, 2019
Your child’s teeth and gum development is truly a wonder. In just a little more than two decades they’ll gain and lose one set of teeth, while the subsequent
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What to Do For Mouth Injuries Your Child Might Encounter
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 05, 2019
Famed educator Maria Montessori once said, “Play is the work of the child”—and most kids take their “work” very seriously. But their avid enthusiasm might also raise the risk
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Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 26, 2018
Multi-platinum recording artist Janet Jackson has long been known for her dazzling smile. And yet, Jackson admitted to InStyle Magazine that her trademark smile was once a major source
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Bad Breath in Children
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 16, 2018
Even the sweetest children don’t always have sweet-smelling breath. If your child has persistent bad breath, it may be for one of the following reasons:
POOR ORAL HYGIENE HABITS. Bad
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Bitewing X-Rays Safely 'Reveal all' About Back Teeth to Prevent Tooth Decay
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 06, 2018
Modern dental care wouldn’t be the same without x-rays. Since dentists began capturing x-ray images a century ago to detect beginning tooth decay, billions of teeth have been preserved.
“Catching
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