Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a natural sucking reflex, and this activity is a normal way for your baby to soothe herself. If your toddler still turns to her thumb for…
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Once upon a time, silver fillings ruled in dental offices everywhere. For a long time, they were the only option dentists used to close off the spaces on teeth where bacteria could easily enter. Most patients did not regard a pearly white and silver smile as something to be super excited about. Luckily, we have…
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Gum Care Month is a great time to focus on how to maintain healthy gums and understand their impact on your overall health. Here are some important takeaways on how to take care of your gums, how gum health affects your health, and what foods and drinks can contribute to or detract from gum health! …
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The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at a few cool ways to keep your smile bright with some healthy dental options: Healthy Drinks Hot summer days mean it’s time to hydrate. But…
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