by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Dec 10, 2018 | health, kids, parent tips, protection
The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, so make an effort to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy this December. Tips for staying well and feeling good this holiday season Stay calm. When things get crazy and you become...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Oct 29, 2018 | dental care, health, parent tips, protection
What do parents need to be aware of for their child’s dental health during the teen years? Parents often focus on their teens’ body and emotional changes, but dental health is just as important. A teen’s teeth and mouth undergo changes during this time too. Teens’...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Oct 11, 2018 | dentist, health, protection
Trick-or-treat is a beloved holiday activities families, but it can also be dangerous for children with food allergies. On average, two students in each classroom in America have some kind of food allergy. 40 percent of those have experienced a severe allergic...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Sep 20, 2018 | dental care, fluoride, parent tips, protection
The statistics on children with tooth decay are really surprising. Did you know that pediatric tooth decay is five times more common than asthma? The CDC reports that it is present in about 20% of U.S. children aged 5 to 11 years old. Also, 13% of adolescents aged...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Mar 26, 2018 | dental care, health, protection
It may come as a surprise, but candy does not create cavities. Acid-producing bacteria in the mouth are the actual cause of cavities. Sugar in foods and drink does fuel the bacteria, which causes plaque and eats away at tooth enamel. However, there are worse foods for...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Jan 24, 2018 | health, parent tips, protection, Uncategorized
Many popular drinks like coffee, sodas, and energy drinks include caffeine and high levels of sugar. Most people are aware that sugar is not good for healthy teeth, but caffeine is a bad influence as well. Parents should understand how drink choices could lead to oral...