Child teeth grinding is a common concern we hear from parents. This is also known as bruxism. Grinding can happen while awake or asleep, and parents know when it happens because it sounds like nails on a chalkboard! Causes of Teeth Grinding Teeth Grinding happens...
Your child’s broken tooth can be alarming: Your child is upset, there appears to be a lot of blood, and you’re looking into your child’s mouth not really knowing what you’re looking at. First Aid for Your Child’s Broken Tooth The first thing to do is grab a washcloth...
Vacations are fun and exciting so it's easy to forget about keeping your kids' teeth clean on vacation or extended weekends. When we break from our regular schedules, routines and habits can fall apart and it is helpful to keep some ideas in mind to keep your child on...
Parents with toddlers have their hands full and with the arrival of new teeth, there are some important items to keep in mind about your toddler's teeth. Let’s take a look below at some of the best habits to build at this stage of life. Floss Toddler's Teeth Once your...
Preparing your child for their first dentist visit involves answering a lot of questions. Children may wonder what the dentist does, why they have to go, and if it will be painful, while parents may wonder what to do if any dental hygiene issues are discovered. In...
This article was originally published in 2017 on www.co4kids.org and features Jr. Smiles®' pediatric dentist, Dr. Dylan Bordonaro. The article is republished here with permission: Introduction For February, National Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month, CO4Kids...
