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# Lakes Pediatric Dentistry Blog posts
- [White Teeth don’t Always Mean Healthy Teeth](/blog/white-teeth-dont-always-mean-healthy-teeth.md) - 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
- [Dental Emergencies: A Guide for Parents](/blog/dental-emergencies-a-guide-for-parents.md) - 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
- [7 Healthy Dental Habits for Children](/blog/7-healthy-dental-habits-for-children.md) - 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
- [Top 5 Worst Soft Drinks for Teeth](/blog/top-5-worst-soft-drinks-for-teeth.md) - 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
- [What Constitutes a Dental Emergency?](/blog/what-constitutes-a-dental-emergency.md) - There is nothing more worrying for a parent or caregiver than when a baby or young child has an accident. Accidents involving the teeth, tongue, … read more
- [Dealing with your Child’s Dental Anxiety](/blog/dealing-with-your-childs-dental-anxiety.md) - 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
- [COVID-19: The New Norm for a Kid’s Dental Visit](/blog/covid-19-the-new-norm-for-a-kids-dental-visit.md) - 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
- [Childhood Eating Disorders and Oral Health](/blog/childhood-eating-disorders-and-oral-health.md) - 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
- [Does Sugar-Free Gum Fight Cavities?](/blog/does-sugar-free-gum-fight-cavities.md) - 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
- [Help Your Child Develop Good Oral Habits](/blog/help-your-child-develop-good-oral-habits.md) - Parenting can sometimes feel like a never-ending uphill battle, especially when you are trying to guide young developing minds to become self-sufficient little humans who … read more
- [What You Should Do Now For Your Child’s Long-Term Mouth Health](/blog/what-you-should-do-now-for-your-childs-long-term-mouth-health.md) - 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
- [How to Help Your Child Feel More Comfortable Going to the Dentist](/blog/how-to-help-your-child-feel-more-comfortable-going-to-the-dentist.md) - 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
- [Bite Problems that Can Develop in Your Child’s Teeth – How Can You Prevent Them?](/blog/bite-problems-that-can-develop-in-your-childs-teeth-how-can-you-prevent-them.md) - Many of us don’t give too much thought to our bite patterns, especially if we were lucky enough to have good dental genes that have … read more
- [How to Eliminate Your Child’s Bad Breath](/blog/how-to-eliminate-your-childs-bad-breath.md) - Starting your child off with proper oral hygiene early on is vital, but you may run into bumps along the way. Brushing at least twice … read more
- [How to Help Your Baby through the Teething Process](/blog/how-to-help-your-baby-through-the-teething-process.md) - When baby teeth start to form it can be a painful and stressful process for a child who is unable to articulate what they’re feeling. … read more
- [When Should You Start Flossing Your Child’s Teeth?](/blog/when-should-you-start-flossing-your-childs-teeth.md) - Once your toddler begins to grow their first baby teeth, it’s an exciting time with lots of changes and challenges ahead. It’s recommended to begin … read more
- [How Medications Can Affect Your Child’s Dental Health](/blog/how-medications-can-affect-your-childs-dental-health.md) - If your child is sick, their pediatrician may prescribe medicine to alleviate symptoms or knock out a bacterial infection. There will likely be information available … read more
- [How to Keep Tooth Enamel Strong](/blog/how-to-keep-tooth-enamel-strong.md) - You hear a lot about tooth enamel in commercials and at your dentist’s office but what is it? The outer surface of our teeth is … read more
- [How to Prevent Childhood Cavities](/blog/how-to-prevent-childhood-cavities.md) - Getting your child started on the right track to optimal oral hygiene can be one of the greatest things you can do for them. Teaching … read more
- [5 Best Snacks for Healthy Teeth](/blog/5-best-snacks-for-healthy-teeth.md) - Everything your kids eat can impact the health of their smiles, even down to those quick snacks we choose to give them in a pinch. … read more
- [Grinding Teeth: How to Break Your Child’s Bad Mouth Habits](/blog/grinding-teeth-how-to-break-your-childs-bad-mouth-habits.md) - Did you know that 15% to 33% of children grind their teeth? Fortunately, this is mostly done when their baby teeth and permanent teeth are … read more
- [How to Keep Your Child’s Toothbrush Clean](/blog/how-to-keep-your-childs-toothbrush-clean.md) - As a parent, you’re probably concerned about keeping your child healthy. With all those things you might worry about — like air and water quality, … read more
- [How to Prevent Gingivitis](/blog/220-2.md) - If you notice any redness in your child’s gums or they’re complaining of soreness, it may be an early sign of gingivitis, the first stage … read more
- [How Can Thumbsucking Affect Your Child’s Teeth?](/blog/how-can-thumbsucking-affect-your-childs-teeth.md) - Many young children suck their thumbs. Childhood thumbsucking is a natural reflex, and whether they suck on their thumbs, other fingers, pacifiers or other object, … read more
- [Top Foods That Damage Teeth](/blog/top-foods-that-damage-teeth.md) - Keeping your child’s teeth healthy isn’t an easy job. Even if your family practices healthy dental hygiene, with daily brushing and flossing plus regular trips … read more
- [5 Tips to Prevent a Toothache](/blog/5-tips-to-prevent-a-toothache.md) - No parent wants to see their child suffering from the pain of a toothache. Besides making a young child miserable and uncomfortable, a toothache can … read more
- [Missing Baby Teeth: What It Means and Why Parents Shouldn’t Panic](/blog/missing-baby-teeth-what-it-means-and-why-parents-shouldnt-panic.md) - The arrival of your baby’s first teeth is an important milestone in their development. It’s understandable that a parent may become anxious if months … read more
- [What Should I Do After My Child Experiences a Tooth Fracture?](/blog/what-should-i-do-after-my-child-experiences-a-tooth-fracture.md) - As many precautions as you take with your kids, a chipped or broken tooth is quite common, especially among toddlers just learning to walk … read more
- [How To Care For Your Baby’s Teeth](/blog/how-to-care-for-your-babys-teeth.md) - Knowing how to care for your baby’s teeth actually starts before a single little incisor emerges. But, how exactly do you make sure your baby … read more
- [3 Easy Tips For Eliminating Fear Of The Dentist](/blog/3-easy-tips-for-eliminating-fear-of-the-dentist.md) - We understand that going to the dentist can be a bit scary for children. After all, we do use instruments that look a little frightening … read more
- [4 Ways To Help Your Baby Through Teething](/blog/4-ways-to-help-your-baby-through-teething.md) - As your baby’s teeth begin to emerge, they can cause a bit of discomfort. The gums will be sore, and you may find that your … read more
- [How Much Fluoride Should My Child Receive?](/blog/how-much-fluoride-should-my-child-receive.md) - Fluoride is a mineral that is essential to maintain strong, healthy teeth. Knowing the right amount of fluoride exposure for your child, however, can be … read more
- [When Should You Take Away Your Child’s Pacifier?](/blog/when-should-you-take-away-your-childs-pacifier.md) - Your child’s pacifier is one of their first best friends in the world; they can offer comfort, interaction, communication and help reduce stress, just like … read more