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Counting Down the Days Until the Braces Come Off!
Feb 13, 2018
While braces are a great way to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted, they can be time-consuming and uncomfortable. We know that the time you spend with orthodontic treatment is an investment, especially because the common…
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The Link Between Dental Pain & Air Travel
Jan 29, 2018
It may seem like a strange association, but there is a link between air travel and increased tooth pain. If you or your child boards an airplane while already suffering from tooth pain, the pressure changes can cause the pain…
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Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Jan 22, 2018
Any time your child is feeling pain or discomfort in the back of the jaw, it’s important to visit our office to make sure the wisdom teeth are not impacted. Here at Firestone Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we’ll use…
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How To Avoid Holiday Dental Problems
Dec 18, 2017
The holiday season is upon us, which means that there will be temptation around every corner. Treats, cookies, pies, and large family dinners can take a toll on your weight and even on your teeth. Luckily there are a few ways…
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Common Dental Health Mistakes Made By Parents
Dec 15, 2017
Pediatric dental decay, which is also known as childhood tooth decay, is the leading childhood illness in the country. In fact, around 42% of children ages 2 to 11 have had dental cavities in their baby teeth. We know that no…
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Infant Tooth & Gum Care
Dec 8, 2017
Baby teeth are temporary and only spend around 6-8 years in your child’s mouth. However, this doesn’t mean they aren’t very important. Not only will baby teeth serve as a placeholder for adult teeth, taking good care of them…
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Tooth-Healthy Thanksgiving Foods
Nov 24, 2017
There are many reasons we love Thanksgiving including the time spent with family members, the delicious food we get to eat, and the time spent talking about all the things we’re thankful for. In addition to all these things,…
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Why Your Child’s Dental Checkups Are So Important
Nov 15, 2017
Taking care of your child’s teeth and gums aren’t only important for his or her smile. It’s been proven that good oral hygiene contributes to overall health as well. Gum disease and tooth infections have been linked to…
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Healthy Halloween Treat To Pass Out To Trick-Or-Treaters
Oct 20, 2017
Halloween is notorious for being an unhealthy holiday, both for overall health and for teeth. Thanks to all the candy corn, caramel, chocolate, popcorn balls, and other unhealthy treats, it can be tough to stay away from…
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Oral Hygiene At School
Sep 29, 2017
Here at Firestone Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, it’s important to us that children learn how to maintain their oral hygiene even during the school year. As many as 52 million hours of school are lost each year due to…