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Is Thumb Sucking Bad for My Child’s Teeth?

Is Thumb Sucking Bad for My Child’s Teeth?

by Christina Steiner | Mar 1, 2021 | baby toddler, dental care, dentist, kids, parent tips, protection, smile

Why do kids suck their thumbs? Thumb sucking is a natural reflex that begins in the womb, before birth. For babies and small children, it is a soothing behavior that can help them when they are anxious or want to go to sleep. In many children, thumb sucking may...
Why Water is Important for Your Child’s Teeth

Why Water is Important for Your Child’s Teeth

by Christina Steiner | Feb 1, 2021 | dental care, dentist, fluoride, health, kids, parent tips, protection, smile

Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM) to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. NCDHM began as a one-day event in Cleveland, Ohio, on February 3, 1941, and has since become a...
Genetics and Your Child’s Oral Health

Genetics and Your Child’s Oral Health

by Christina Steiner | Dec 3, 2020 | baby toddler, dental care, dentist, fluoride, health, kids, parent tips, protection, smile

How do genes affect oral health? If you’ve been wondering if your genes play a role in your child’s oral health, the short answer is yes. Issues such as gum disease, tooth decay, tooth color, cleft lips or palates, oral cancer and misaligned teeth can be hereditary....
How Important Are Your Child’s Routine Dental Visits?

How Important Are Your Child’s Routine Dental Visits?

by Christina Steiner | Nov 11, 2020 | baby toddler, dental care, dentist, health, kids, parent tips, protection

We know that most of our normal routines have been upended recently by the pandemic. Work, school, play, vacations and family visits all look different these days. But when it comes to medical care, just how important are your child’s routine dental visits? Visiting a...
Halloween Candy and Your Child’s Teeth

Halloween Candy and Your Child’s Teeth

by Christina Steiner | Oct 2, 2020 | dental care, dentist, health, kids, parent tips, protection

Halloween will most certainly look different this year, but Halloween treats are sure to be a part of the festivities. It’s natural to be concerned about your child’s candy consumption after they’ve collected a slew of sugary sweets, but by keeping a healthy attitude...
Supporting Your Teen in Caring for Their Teeth

Supporting Your Teen in Caring for Their Teeth

by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Sep 1, 2020 | dental care, dentist, health, parent tips

Teenagers and adolescents, defined broadly as youths between the ages of 10 to 18, have distinctive needs when it comes to their dental care. This group has been shown to be at an increased risk for cavities and periodontal disease, tends to have poor nutritional...
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