Category Results for: "Children & family"

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You might not know this, but your health (including your oral health) is still very important for your baby, even after they’re born.

Oral health postpartum: a guide for new parents

You might not know this, but your health (including your oral health) is still very important for your baby, even after they’re born.

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June 4th, 2026


It's that time of year. Brush up on children's oral health tips!

Celebrating Children's Dental Health Month

It's that time of year. Brush up on children's oral health tips!

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February 11th, 2026


There are many types of mouthguards that your dentist may recommend for you or your family members. All mouthguards offer some form of protection for your teeth, whether it's from sports, sleeping, or teeth grinding.

What is a mouthguard and why would I need one?

There are many types of mouthguards that your dentist may recommend for you or your family members. All mouthguards offer some form of protection for your teeth, whether it's from sports, sleeping, or teeth grinding.

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November 4th, 2025


Some types of Halloween candy can cause nightmares for you and your dentist.

Braces beware of Halloween candy

Some types of Halloween candy can cause nightmares for you and your dentist.

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October 22nd, 2025


Dental visits can be challenging for all children, but especially those with special needs. Still, with the right support and accommodations, all children can have a successful and positive experience.

Navigating dental visits for children with special needs

Dental visits can be challenging for all children, but especially those with special needs. Still, with the right support and accommodations, all children can have a successful and positive experience.

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September 19th, 2025


Here are some back-to-school tips and reminders for a healthy smile.

Preparing kids for the new school year

Here are some back-to-school tips and reminders for a healthy smile.

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August 27th, 2025


Nicotine pouches seem inescapable lately thanks to a push online by influencers. They can also be used without detection, giving them an appeal over traditional tobacco products and vapes. Learn about the risks and consequences these tiny, unassuming pouches can pose to your health.

Nicotine pouches and oral health

Nicotine pouches seem inescapable lately thanks to a push online by influencers. They can also be used without detection, giving them an appeal over traditional tobacco products and vapes. Learn about the risks and consequences these tiny, unassuming pouches can pose to your health.

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May 28th, 2025


This odd social media "hack" for sleeping claims to fix a variety of issues, but taping your mouth closed while sleeping can reduce sleep quality and may even be dangerous.

What is mouth taping?

This odd social media "hack" for sleeping claims to fix a variety of issues, but taping your mouth closed while sleeping can reduce sleep quality and may even be dangerous.

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April 1st, 2025


Sucking your thumb can be a very normal childhood habit. However, prolonged thumb sucking can have some lasting impacts on your smile. We discuss some of these concerns and ways to help eliminate the habit to ensure good oral health.

Does sucking your thumb hurt your teeth?

Sucking your thumb can be a very normal childhood habit. However, prolonged thumb sucking can have some lasting impacts on your smile. We discuss some of these concerns and ways to help eliminate the habit to ensure good oral health.

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March 6th, 2025


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