We’re going back to school this fall with some fave reminders of top teeth tips for tots! Ready to score an A+ in good oral health for little ones? Read this article! It’s said, a picture is worth a thousand words. We think these pictures are worth much more, because they’re all about the good…
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Tooth Talk Expert Lists Benefits of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
When are black baby teeth in children a good thing? After a silver diamine fluoride treatment. SDF is a safe and effective way to stop tooth decay and protect teeth, says Dr. Tim Wright of UNC-Chapel Hill’s Department of Pediatric Dentistry. In use in Brazil and Japan since the 1970s, a 2015 addition to the…
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Tooth Talk Resource You’ll Love: ILikeMyTeeth.org Says Fluoridated Water Is Healthy for Teeth!
“Life is better with teeth.” This statement from Ilikemyteeth.org (and Spanishilikemyteeth.org) makes sense: Teeth matter! The mouth is the doorway to the rest of the body. That’s why practicing good dental health habits is so important–especially for young children. Healthy teeth are good for little ones, helping them eat, sleep, grow, talk, learn, play, and…
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Tooth Talk Expert Helps You Answer Parents’ Questions About Babies & Dentists
According to Dr. Frank Courts, DDS, PhD, a pediatric dentist in private practice in Rocky Mount, NC, a dental visit by age 1 is vital not only for a child’s healthy smile but also for hitting important developmental and growth milestones.
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