Brushing very young children’s teeth with safe and healthy fluoride toothpaste is an important daily activity that protects oral health and overall health. But, it can be a challenge for parents and child care staff to get little ones to cooperate...and it is even more challenging if a child has special health care needs. Approximately…
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So, Who Can You Trust For Accurate Information About Little One’s Oral Health?
If you spend part of every day Googling a question, tuning into a YouTube video, or checking in with Facebook friends, you’re in good company. The average American spends more than eight hours a day online, a good bit of it on social media; 31% report they are online almost constantly. While two-thirds of parents…
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The Right Time to Brush Little Teeth
You’ve done everything right. You understand the importance of brushing little ones’ teeth. You’ve bought a child-size toothbrush and child-friendly fluoride toothpaste. But you may be wondering, when is the best time of day for brushing young children’s teeth? When to brush children’s teeth is not important. However, experts agree: Parents should always brush their…
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KISS… Keep It Short and Sweet: 2 x 2 = Smile!
This month, we’re keeping it short and sweet (to match the recommended amount of Halloween candy kids are allowed to eat!). In honor of National Brush Day on November 1, we are celebrating math that works for kids: 2 x 2. What’s 2 x 2? 2 x 2 = a healthy smile in very young…
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