Breastfeeding and Dental Health | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

MOUTHHEALTHY.COM – Breastfeeding is one of the first (and most personal) decisions a mother makes for her baby. It can help your baby’s body fight infections and reduce health risks like asthma, ear infections, SIDS and obesity in children. Nursing moms may lower their chances of developing breast and ovarian cancer. But did you know breastfeeding can impact the dental […]

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What Is the Difference Between a General Dentist and a Pediatric Dentist? | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

As a parent, it is your responsibility to ensure that your child’s teeth remain as healthy and strong as possible. While it is naturally important to inform and educate yourself on simple oral hygiene techniques and habits that you should integrate into your child’s lifestyle, in some cases, you may need the help of a specialist dentist. Typically, you should […]

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AAP Recommends Fluoride As Soon As Teeth Appear | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

By Renee Johnson | August 25, 2014 According to new recommendations provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics, (AAP) children should use toothpaste that contains fluoride as soon as teeth appear, no matter the risk of cavities. Experts go on to say that up to the age of three, only a very small amount of toothpaste is needed but then after age three, […]

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How You Can Tell if Your Breastfed Baby Is Eating Enough | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

By Gabrielle Olya / People | March 7, 2017 | MOTTO.TIME.COM Breastfeeding mom Jillian Johnson lost her son Landon due to accidental starvation just 19 days after giving birth because he did not get enough colostrum (a mother’s early milk) in the first days of life. Johnson said she felt pressured to exclusively breastfeed her baby, and she says she was […]

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Baby’s First Steps to a Healthy Mouth | Pediatric and Laser Dentistry

Parents are a child’s first teachers in life and they play a significant role in maintaining their child’s overall health. In observance of National Children’s Dental Health Month, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) encourages parents to introduce good oral health habits to their children during infancy. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay affects children in […]

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