How Your Oral Health Can Benefit From a Healthy Diet
Dec 11, 2018
The most common dental diseases are tooth decay, dental cavities, and gum disease. These also happen to be the dental diseases that are the easiest to prevent. Practicing good at-home oral hygiene habits like brushing twice a…
How to Avoid Bad Breath During Orthodontic Treatment
Nov 26, 2018
Undergoing orthodontic treatment is the best way to help you achieve a straight, beautiful smile. However, the time spent with braces is an investment and we know that it can come with some sacrifices. Flossing can be a…
Signs that Your Child has a Healthy Mouth and Teeth
Nov 9, 2018
While it is important to know the signs of trouble in your child’s mouth and teeth, it can be just as important to know what signs point to strong, healthy teeth. This allows you to know that your child is keeping up with his…
What You Should Know About Xylitol and How it May Help Prevent Dental Cavities
Oct 22, 2018
Xylitol is a sugar substitute that has been shown to be good for your child’s teeth! Instead of regular sugar which will create acid on the teeth that eat away at the tooth enamel, xylitol is naturally derived from plants. In…
Your Child’s Nail-Biting Habit & How to Help Them Quit
Oct 11, 2018
If your child has a chronic nail-biting habit, you can rest assured that he or she is not alone. In fact, nail-biting is a very common reaction to stressful situations and is a habit that’s difficult to stop. However, it’s…
Helping Your Children Prevent Gum Disease & Gingivitis
Sep 27, 2018
Luckily, gum disease and gingivitis are both very easy to prevent. The biggest threat to your child’s vulnerable gum tissue is bad at-home oral hygiene habits. Even if you believe that you help your children follow an optimal…
The Impact of Celiac Disease on Your Child’s Oral Health
Sep 17, 2018
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that can cause sufferers to have an intolerance to gluten. When sufferers of celiac disease consume foods that contain gluten, their bodies will not properly absorb the gluten, leading…
Whether or Not to Pull a Child’s Loose Tooth
Aug 23, 2018
In decades past, most of us got a little help pulling out loose teeth. Mom might tie one end of a string to the loose tooth and the other end of the string to the doorknob, or dad might just reach into your mouth and yank the…
Common Myths Regarding Orthodontic Treatment
Aug 7, 2018
Orthodontic treatment is more common than ever, mostly because of the wide array of orthodontic hardware available these days. However, even with a growth in popularity, there are still a few misconceptions and myths that…
Eating Healthy Produce This Summer
Jul 25, 2018
Summertime means fun in the sun, outdoor cookouts, and plenty of fresh produce. It’s important that you’re eating a variety of different fruits and vegetables all year round because of the important vitamins and minerals they…
Common Myths Regarding Orthodontic Treatment
Jul 17, 2018
Orthodontic treatment is more common than ever, mostly because of the wide array of orthodontic hardware available these days. However, even with a growth in popularity, there are still a few misconceptions and myths that…
Preparing for Your Child’s Oral Surgery
Jun 26, 2018
We know that it can be stressful to have your child undergo any dental procedure, but oral surgery can be especially anxiety-inducing. These procedures are performed every day in our office by our skilled dental…
Keeping Your Child’s Braces Clean
Jun 19, 2018
If your child has orthodontic braces, or if you yourself have had orthodontic braces in the past, you know how difficult they are to keep clean. Food debris and plaque can get stuck between the brackets, flossing takes an…
Interdental Brushes
May 24, 2018
Interdental brushes are the secret weapon against gum disease and gingivitis. Interdental brushes can help to fight and prevent gum problems by scrubbing the gum tissue between the teeth, removing any plaque and food debris…
How Pregnancy Can Impact Your Dental Health
May 11, 2018
The surge of hormones that goes along with pregnancy can cause some expectant mothers to experience certain dental problems. Gum tissue in particular might respond more severely to plaque during pregnancy. This means that…
5 Great Health Benefits of Smiling
Apr 28, 2018
Studies suggest that smiling, whether you mean it or not, can have a positive effect on your mood and your overall health. We spend lots of money and time trying to improve our health, but it turns out that our smiles can…
What Parents Should Know About Soft Teeth
Apr 12, 2018
In our office, we hear many parents talking about the possibility of their children having soft teeth, especially if they believe other members of the family have soft teeth. But is there really a condition that can make your…
How to Make Brushing Fun for Kids!
Mar 29, 2018
Morning and bedtime routines can be hectic. In the morning, you’re often trying to get kids ready for school, adults ready for work, and everyone out of the house on time! In the evening, you need to make sure homework has…
How Yogurt Can Improve Your Child’s Oral Health
Mar 16, 2018
Yogurt is a superfood, not just for your child’s body, but for his oral health as well! Yogurt is more popular than ever for people who are trying to eat healthy and improve their diets. Several studies conducted over the…
Consequences of Choosing Not to Floss
Feb 28, 2018
Flossing may not be high on your list of fun things to do, but it is absolutely necessary to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Flossing each day will remove food debris, plaque, and bacteria from in between the teeth. Your…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Gum Disease In Adolescence & Childhood
Sep 11, 2017
Many associate gum disease and gingivitis as problems that only occur in mid to late adulthood. However, teens and even small children are also at risk to develop gum disease. There are a few different types of gum disease,…
Time For a Back-To-School Dental Checkup!
Aug 25, 2017
Summer is coming to an end, and families all over the nation are preparing to send their kids back to school! This often includes new backpacks, wardrobes, school supplies, and even haircuts. But did you know that over 51…
The Consequences of Smoking Indoors
Aug 17, 2017
When you think of smoking cigarettes inside the house, exposure to secondhand smoke is often the first thought. However, secondhand smoke isn’t the only threat lurking in your home. While secondhand smoke is defined as the…
The Process of Receiving Braces
Jul 31, 2017
So, it’s time for you to receive your braces. You might be wondering what to expect from this appointment! The unexpected can cause even more anxiety than you may already be feeling, so we’re here to take the mystery out of…
4 Ways To Treat Your Child’s Sunburn
Jul 24, 2017
Kids love nothing more than spending lots of time outdoors in the sun, especially during summer vacation. If you forget the sunscreen, even once, you may have a kid with a nasty sunburn. Sunburns are quite painful, but there…
Bleeding Gums In Childhood
Jun 29, 2017
If your child has ever complained of bleeding gums, there can be a number of causes. It’s important to take these complaints seriously, as bleeding gums can be a sign of gum disease.
Can Cavities Spread?
Jun 12, 2017
It may surprise you to learn that cavities can be “contagious.” We have many parents in our office who are surprised to learn that their child has a cavity, even though he or she may have a great oral hygiene routine. But…
Mental Illness In Children – Know The Symptoms & Learn How To Help
May 22, 2017
Many people are unaware that children can suffer from the same mental health conditions as adults. However, there are a few differences: First, the symptoms of childhood mental illness and adulthood mental illness are…
Memorial Day Weekend & Dental Emergencies
May 12, 2017
Many families plan their Memorial Day weekend around relaxing, spending time with family, and enjoying the holiday. What many people don’t plan for is a dental emergency, but they do sometimes happen. If you should encounter…
Secondhand Smoke & Your Child’s Oral Health
Apr 27, 2017
We hear a lot about the harmful effects smoking can have on the health of the smoker. However, we hear a lot less about the effects smoking can have on the people who spend time with a smoker, especially kids. Children who…
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Your kids smile matters just as much as your own! Our blog covers a variety of topics including children’s dental health, updates in the dental industry, tips for maintaining healthy habits, and fun oral health facts. Check back each month for new insights and helpful resources.
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