Good oral hygiene is vital for both our children and adults. It’s important to develop good dental habits early on, like brushing twice a day and flossing regularly. But there’s one step that often gets overlooked: tongue cleaning. While it may sound strange at first, tongue cleaning can be an important part of your child’s
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Even if only a few tiny teeth are peeking out of your baby’s gums, it’s not too early to schedule their first dental visit! Even though they will lose those baby teeth one day, your child’s dental health remains detrimental throughout the entirety of their development. Poor dental hygiene can have enduring negative effects on
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It’s no secret that flossing is extremely important for oral health. But, it’s one of those habits that can be hard to develop if you’re not used to it. Teaching your child to floss at a young age is monumental in developing this healthy habit. That being said, teaching your child to floss may not
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According to the CDC, 20 percent of children aged 5 to 11 years old have at least one untreated decayed tooth while 13 percent of adolescents aged 12 to 19 have an unidentified cavity. Untreated cavities can cause pain and ultimately, infections that can negatively affect overall health. While tooth decay is preventable, it can’t
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Being “cavity-free” is often an accolade touted by children upon receiving a favorable dental report card. For children and adults alike, cavities can seem a bit scary and most of what we know about them is simply that we don’t want them. The word often triggers thoughts of rotting teeth and infections, but the truth
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Our smiles are something that we wear every day of our lives and whether they shine or not is determined by our oral hygiene practices. A healthy smile lends us more confidence while also contributing to our overall health. Here are some helpful tooth care tips for both children and adults from your Utah pediatric
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Visiting the dentist isn’t often number one on your child’s long list of preferred activities. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t high on the list of things they should do. Your child’s teeth are important and serve much more of a purpose than looks alone. From digestion to speech, teeth are an integral component of
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Teaching our children to floss can be remarkably difficult. Many parents preach it, but don’t practice it themselves, or at least not as regularly as the dentist would like. Truth be told, it’s hard to convince a child of the benefits of flossing. Words like “gingivitis” and “root canal” mean nothing to our young ones,
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You may wonder why it is useful to bring your child to a pediatric dentist. After your first visit, you’ll probably see the benefits! But, how long can you bring your child to your beloved, pediatric dentist? First of all, we recommend you bring your child for their first dental check-up as soon as they
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Most parents have experienced it – the daily struggle to get a toothbrush through their child’s mouth. There’s usually a little bit of wrestling, bribing, and negotiating. So, when should your child start brushing their own teeth? Proper dental care is an important habit to instill in children at an early age. But how soon
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