Tips for Brushing Baby and Toddler Teeth Helping your young ones at home brushing may be a challenge, but establishing good oral hygiene habits at a young age promotes long lasting benefits for your child’s oral and overall total body health. You may have heard the term “gumline brushing,” but
It takes a baby a few years to go from that adorable gummy smile to a mouth full of teeth. While the first tooth is a milestone and so cute to see, as a parent, you likely want to know when can you expect it to arrive and the others that follow. When Do Babies […]
Braces FAQ If you’re considering braces for your child, you probably have no end of questions! That’s perfectly normal, and we’re happy to answer all your questions about braces, so you can make the best informed choices for your kids. If you have a question we haven’t co
Baby Teeth FAQs It’s natural for parents to have lots of questions about their baby’s teeth. Parents want to know what to expect, what’s normal, what’s a warning sign. Many of our parents are just plain curious! So here’s answers to many of the most common questio
Understanding Fluoride Fluoride is a substance that has unique health benefits in low doses, and is found in dental products in the US. Though there are minor side effects that may occur with higher levels of fluoride, we do not use or consume enough fluoride in our daily lives to cause any concern.
Whether you speak to your child’s dentist or a pediatrician, both will agree — good oral hygiene is essential for even the littlest patients. Although some believe healthy tooth habits begin during the toddler years, it’s never too early to start. In fact, the consensus among denta
Like buckling a seatbelt or looking both ways before crossing a street, teaching your child to brush their teeth is essential for their long-term health. Teaching children good toothbrushing habits matters. More than 40 percent of kids have cavities before they begin kindergarten, and tooth decay is
What is Silver Diamine Fluoride? Silver Diamine Fluoride, commonly referred to as SDF, is a topical medicament that can be applied to teeth in order to treat dental cavities for patients of all ages. For the first time ever, SDF effectively allows dentists to treat cavities in a way that avoids any
When most people in Portland think of “orthodontists” and “orthodontics,” they immediately think of braces. However, orthodontics is a much broader specialty of dentistry that focuses on cranial and jaw growth, as well as the alignment of teeth. The term used to describe this area of orthodo
Portland kids and teens are so busy these days with school, sports, and social activities that it’s super important they get nutritious foods to keep them charging ahead. However, getting them to eat the right foods seems to always be a difficult battle. Throwing braces into this equation can make