A child’s first dental appointment is a milestone. Second, the fact that you are even asking this question tells me that you recognize that parents have a lot of influence on how the first visit goes – that’s great! Here are some things you can do to make sure your daughter’s first dental visit is a good one.

Learn about some common dental myths

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Our mouths are connected to our bodies. Basic concept, right? Maybe it’s not so obvious. At some point throughout history, we began thinking of our mouth as its own island, completely separate from the rest of body – which of course isn’t true.

With our busy schedule, my wife and I struggle to get our 4-year-old to brush her teeth in the morning. We usually end up doing a really quick job on the way out the door, which I’m sure leaves lots of sugar bugs behind. Do you have any tips for getting kids to brush?

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As we grow up, our body grows as well – and just like our arms and legs get bigger, so do our heads, mouths, and jaws.

Nearly half of adults over 30 suffer from some sort of gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. Research shows a link between gum disease and many other chronic illnesses, including heart disease and diabetes, all of which are inflammatory diseases.

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