Good oral health shouldn’t start once you are an adult. Children should be taught from a young age how they should best be taking care of their teeth and gums. The sooner they learn how important this is, the more likely they are to continue making positive decisions regarding their oral health for the rest of their life.
Are you looking for more information regarding oral health for kids? Maybe you aren’t sure how to teach your kids properly, or aren’t sure how much information is too much. Take a look at this compiled list of articles from our Padden Post Blog for helpful tips on these issues and more.
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The importance of best practice dental care at a young age cannot be over stressed. Infants are prone to tooth decay and paying special attention to new teeth is the best way to keep them healthy for years to come.
Has your teenager been told that he or she needs braces? If so, there is nothing to fret about getting braces these days since teeth straightening solutions have come a long way. With the teenage years come school pictures, dates, and sports. The last thing your... Read More
Baby teeth are important for speaking, chewing, and even smiling. But, like any other teeth they can experience dental problems. We have some tips here to help you avoid that. Baby bottle tooth decay, which is tooth decay that can be found in babies and small... Read More
Taking good care of your child’s first set of teeth helps lower the risk of tooth decay and ensures proper jaw development. Proper dental care should start while your child’s baby teeth are coming in. Here are some tips to help you understand best practices.... Read More
Missing a tooth? Your quality of life could be affected due to a decreased ability to chew, limiting your food options, and potentially leading to poor nutrition. No one wants to lose their teeth. Not only does a mouth with missing teeth look unattractive, but there... Read More
