Author: Dr. Naila Farooq
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Dental Emergencies: A Guide for Parents
As parents, the health and safety of our children are of utmost importance. Yet accidents happen, and it’s important to know what to do in … read more
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7 Healthy Dental Habits for Children
Dental health is integral to child development as it sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy teeth, gums, and oral health. As parents, we … read more
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Top 5 Worst Soft Drinks for Teeth
Despite the constant negative press that soft drinks receive in the media, Americans are hard-pressed to stop consuming their favorite sugary beverages. Every restaurant offers … read more
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White Teeth don’t Always Mean Healthy Teeth
High-definition television, photography, and media have skewed the public’s perceptions of what natural teeth look like in the western world, particularly in America. In addition … read more
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Does Sugar-Free Gum Fight Cavities?
Chewing gum was once a sweet treat akin to candy, but modern science and technology have turned this sticky substance into much more over the … read more
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Childhood Eating Disorders and Oral Health
With childhood obesity and food allergies and sensitivities on a consistent rise among American children, parents are becoming more and more aware of how they … read more
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Dealing with your Child’s Dental Anxiety
Dental anxiety among children is quite common but can be especially frustrating for new parents, or parents of multiple children while managing proper dental hygiene … read more
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COVID-19: The New Norm for a Kid’s Dental Visit
Across the entire country, people are facing an unprecedented amount of uncertainty as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread, affecting millions of families. While most … read more
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What You Should Do Now For Your Child’s Long-Term Mouth Health
As a parent, you are responsible for instilling good habits into your children, helping them grow into healthy and responsible adults. While it sounds simple, … read more
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How to Help Your Child Feel More Comfortable Going to the Dentist
Dentistry has made great efforts to improve the previously “scary” reputations that many dentists undeservingly get. Many parents today can think back to times where … read more