Thumb Sucking & Pacifiers All children will use a pacifier, suck their thumb, or both at some point in their infancy or childhood. It is a newborn’s reflexive response to want to suck. That is how they get nourishment, and it is comforting to them. Toddlers use it...
Xylitol is a naturally occurring substance that tastes like sugar. It is found naturally in many fruits and vegetables and is even produced by our bodies during normal metabolism. It is also extracted from birch trees, corncobs and other natural sources for use...
If your home uses well water, it’s possible there is enough naturally occurring fluoride in your water to help protect your children’s teeth. If not, you may wish to consider supplemental fluoride treatments to help fight tooth decay. It’s easy to test your water for...
According to the American Dental Association, tooth decay is one of the most common chronic children’s diseases in the United States.” Learn about how the MOUTH strategy can help teach kids proper oral hygiene. View Infographic
Soda pop consumption is on the rise across the nation, and our American youth are drinking more soda and energy drinks now than ever before! Check our new 50’s-style educational promo to learn how energy drinks and soda affect our teeth.
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