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Tips to Help You Beat the Heat This Summer
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 07, 2022
The dog days of summer are upon us, and with the temperatures soaring, our team at Rix Pediatric Dentistry wants you to be extra careful about sun safety when you’re
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My child has canker sores! How can I help?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 31, 2022
According to the American Association of Pediatric Density, roughly one in five children suffers from canker sores. Canker sores are small sores that appear inside the cheeks, on the lips,
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Memorial Day
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 24, 2022
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as
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Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers, and Your Baby's Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 17, 2022
Sucking is a common instinct for babies and the use of a pacifier or their thumb offers a sense of safety and security, as well a way to relax.
According to
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Avoid Brushing After Every Single Meal!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 10, 2022
Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing can be incredibly bad for your child’s teeth if done right after eating certain
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Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 03, 2022
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning
We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their
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Do I lose my wisdom if I lose my wisdom teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 26, 2022
The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to
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Earth Day
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 19, 2022
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first
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What kind of toothbrush and toothpaste should my child use?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 12, 2022
the doctor and our team know that as a parent, you want your child to be as healthy as possible. By now, you probably know that your son or daughter’s
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April is National Facial Protection Month
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 05, 2022
The Importance of Facial Protection
Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports
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How do I handle my child’s dental emergency?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 29, 2022
With children undergoing developmental dental changes and engaging in rough-and-tumble activities, dental emergencies can sometimes arise. If your child knocks out a tooth or experiences any type of oral discomfort,
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Your Child’s First Toothbrush
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 22, 2022
First word, first step, first haircut, first… toothbrush? While it may not be considered a typical milestone, choosing the right first toothbrush is an important first step in your child’s
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St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 15, 2022
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook
Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must
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Is a Crown Necessary for My Child’s Baby Tooth?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 08, 2022
Part of the charm of your child’s smile is those delicate, diminutive baby teeth. We enjoy those smiles while we can, because soon enough, primary teeth make way for the
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March is National Nutrition Month!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 01, 2022
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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How to Make Brushing Fun
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 22, 2022
Let’s call it the cranky phase. Let’s call it the “Mom, I don’t want to” stage. When kids are little, getting them to brush can be a challenge. They bite
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