You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can lay the foundation for them to continue those good habits into adulthood. When do I start? The best time to start brushing your baby’s teeth…
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We want our children to have every advantage, including oral health. That’s why you encourage your child to brush twice a day. You keep the sugary treats to a minimum. You schedule dental exams and cleanings at our Durham office. So, how did your child get a cavity? What to do to prevent more tooth…
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Setting clear goals helps patients build routines that can lead to lifelong oral health improvements. Goals like brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and flossing daily are simple yet effective in maintaining oral hygiene. By linking these habits to daily activities, such as brushing right after breakfast or flossing before bedtime stories, patients can…
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Our team at Southpoint Pediatric Dentistry hears this question a lot. According to our friends at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), pediatric dentistry is “an age-defined specialty that provides both primary and comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral healthcare for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special healthcare needs.” Pediatric dentists, such…
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