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• Regular check-ups are an important part of preventative care.
• Brush at least twice daily, especially before bedtime with a fluoridated toothpaste and floss daily.
• Eat a well-balanced diet and limit sugary snacks between meals.
• If recommended by your dentist, use a mouthwash containing fluoride.
• If you have a history of, or are at risk of developing cavities, talk to your dentist about fluoride varnish and/or xylitol gum.
• Parents should assist children in brushing until at least age eight to ensure plaque is being properly removed.
• Limit beverages containing sugar including juice and sports drinks.
• Encourage drinking water between meals.
• Dental sealants are recommended on six and twelve-year molars.
• Promote a healthy diet with planned meals and snacks such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and unsweetened dairy products.
• Limit sugary foods to mealtimes and avoid sticky foods like fruit snacks and dried fruits.

Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in all water sources, including the ocean. Research has shown that fluoride not only prevents cavities in children and adults, it also helps repair the early stages of tooth decay even before the decay is visible. During childhood, when teeth are still forming, fluoride works by making tooth enamel more resistant to the acid that causes tooth decay.

Baby teeth are just as important as permanent teeth – for chewing, speaking, and appearance. In addition, baby teeth hold the space in the jaw for permanent teeth. Both primary and permanent teeth help give the face its shape and form.

And why are straight teeth important? Straight teeth are important for a nice smile and correct jaw positioning and well-positioned teeth are together important for chewing, digestion, speech, and good looks; in other words, for physiological and psychological health. Straight teeth are also easier to keep clean and this enhances the health of the gums and of the oral cavity in general.

If a child does not stop on his or her own, the habit should be discouraged after age four. Excessive pressure can do more harm than good. Here are a few tips to consider:

• Instead of scolding your child for sucking, offer praise for not sucking.
• Remember that children often suck their thumbs when feeling insecure or seeking comfort. Focus on correcting the cause of anxiety and comforting your child.
• Reward your child when he or she avoids sucking during difficult periods, such as being separated from you.
• Your dentist can encourage children to stop sucking and explain what could happen to their teeth if they do not stop.
• If these approaches do not work, remind your child of the habit by bandaging the thumb or putting a sock over the hand at night.
• You could even loosely wrap an ACE bandage around the child’s elbow so that sucking their thumb is not as easy or comfortable.
• If the sucking persists, ask your dentist, hygienist, or pediatrician. The use of a mouth appliance or nontoxic, bitter-tasting substance to coat the thumb or thumbnail may be recommended to prevent sucking.

An easy way to remember: First Tooth or First Birthday = time for First Impressions!

It is beneficial for the first visit to occur within six months of the eruption of the first tooth, and no later than the baby’s first birthday. Consider this first visit as a well-child checkup for your child’s teeth.

During this visit, your dentist will check for decay and other conditions and show you how to properly clean your child’s teeth. Additionally, the dentist may recommend oral care products for your family. Here’s a full summary of what you can expect at your first visit.

We'd like you to think of braces as an investment, one that you will use and enjoy the benefits of each and every day. (Alright fine, we may be a little biased here, but how many other purchases will you get this much use out of in your lifetime?!)

The exact expense of braces is hard to quote generically, as it correlates directly with each patient's unique treatment plan, and of course, will differ even further with insurance coverage taken into consideration. Therefore, the total cost will vary case-by-case, but there's one thing we promise: a return-on-investment that'll make anyone smile.

It's no secret that now more than ever people are taking pride in their appearance; the pressure for perfection is everywhere. As far as ideal timing for ortho treatment, we truly believe the benefits of an early consultation - ie: early detection and prevention - are astounding. As such, we follow the recommendation of the American Academy of Orthodontists (AAO) which states patients should come in for their first visit around the age of seven. An evaluation around this age can help detect and deter many fixable problems at an age when your child's teeth and jaw are still developing. But that's not to say kids over the age of seven are "too late" to get started!