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Why Sedation Dentistry Is Especially Useful for Parents

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Dental sedation can be an excellent choice for children who suffer from dental anxiety! Some St. Louis parents have no issues taking their child to the dentist. They simply make an appointment, bring their child in, stand by as the child gets their treatment, and leave without any stress. For other parents, this is not …

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Updated: August 31, 2021

The 5 Factors That Really Matter in Pediatric Oral Health

Tips for Healthy Teeth

If you do these few things effectively, you will set your child up for a lifetime of excellent oral health. As a parent, you are constantly bombarded with marketing campaigns pertaining to your child’s health. Though this is true of many domains, it also applies to oral care. Between mouthwashes, vibrating toothbrushes, special toothpaste, and …

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Updated: September 21, 2018

The Best and Worst Drinks for Pediatric Oral Health

St Louis Pediatric Dentist

With a little bit of education and action, you can keep your whole family’s mouths healthy. Many stresses come with parenting, and one of them is what to feed your child. Not only is it difficult to spend the time and energy preparing healthy food and drinks, but with all the misinformation in the health …

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Updated: February 13, 2019

How to Keep Your Child’s Summer Cavity-Free

keep your child cavity free

Between stubbornness, unhealthy foods, and busy schedules, maintaining your child’s oral health is a tough task. Keeping your child cavity-free may get a lot tougher in the summer. Not only do children’s schedules get more irregular in the Summer months, but their food choices also suffer. This shouldn’t discourage you, though. With enough careful attention, …

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Updated: November 24, 2020

5 Common Reasons Your Child’s Gums Are Bleeding

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If your child’s gums are bleeding, it is not the end of the world, but it is an issue that requires your attention. A parent never wants to see their child bleeding. You may be afraid at first, but then compose yourself, diagnose the issue, and solve it. What makes gum bleeding so frustrating is …

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Updated: March 25, 2022

Can Your Kiss Increase Your Child’s Chances of Developing Cavities?

Preventing Cavities

Mothers who use the same utensils and drink from the same glass may increase their child’s likelihood of developing a cavity. Although it is tempting to kiss your growing baby on the lips, you might want to fight the temptation. There is evidence that kissing a baby on the lips may increase a baby’s risk …

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Updated: August 15, 2024