Tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease—5 times more common than asthma, 4 times more common than childhood obesity, and 20 times more common than diabetes. But, cavities are…
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5 Fast Foods that are Harming Your Teeth
It can be difficult to make all of your own meals at home, which often makes fast food necessary. But, if you decide to treat your family to fast food,…
6 Tips to Avoid Early Childhood Cavities
Early childhood cavities are defined as cavities or decayed tooth surfaces that occur in a child under the age of 6. But there’s good news: cavities are nearly 100% preventable. You can…
These Crazy Ingredients Used to be in Toothpaste
Oral health care has a long and weird history that stretches back to ancient cultures and includes numerous ingredients and tools that have helped carve the path for modern dentistry….
The Ugly Truth About Candy
Candy tastes great, but it isn’t a nutritionally sound snack that adequately fuels your child’s growing body. Additionally, candy can severely harm your child’s teeth and lead to cavities and…
Is Your Child at Risk for Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?
Tooth decay is the most widespread diseases among children today – and it’s almost entirely preventable. Tooth decay is called early childhood carries (cavities) when it occurs in children ages…
Can Cavities Be Inherited?
We often hear patients talk about how they or their children have “soft teeth”. We especially hear comments related to how cavities have been inherited from their parents or have…