Babies sucking their thumb, finger, or pacifier is a natural reflex that helps them feel secure and happy. This is often used to help them relax and fall asleep, and they even do this in the womb! If your child is still doing this, the hope is they lose interest and stop this behavior between the ages of 2 to... read more »

Santa and his elves aren’t the only ones giving gifts to children to reward good behavior throughout the year. The Tooth Fairy is another children’s favorite as she bestows gifts in exchange for their lost teeth year-round. Considering they can lose up to 20 baby teeth, children can get to know the Tooth Fairy very well in your journey to... read more »

Do you have questions about your child’s developing smile? If so, today we’re going to talk about their teeth. Your infant’s primary teeth can appear as early as five months, and by the time they are one year old, they usually have sprouted six baby teeth (typically the top four teeth in the front and the bottom two). Their first... read more »

Are you having a hard time getting your child to take care of their smile? With the holidays fast approaching, you want them to take even better care of their pearly whites with so many sweets and treats coming at them. We want your children to have great dental care, and some great ways to help your child in their... read more »

With so many concerns surrounding your teen’s healthy development, one important factor to manage is their oral health. During this time in their life, they are exposed to new situations and fads with their peers. You can help them navigate this stage to build healthy habits for a lifetime of healthy smiles. So, let’s take a look at what’s in... read more »

As their primary caregiver, one of the most important aspects of bringing your child in for their first dental visit is learning how best to care for their teeth. We are happy to show you how to clean their mouth daily and answer any questions or concerns you may have about their oral hygiene. We can also spot check for... read more »

Bringing your child in for their first dental visit early in their life is so they get used to being in a dental office and won’t get nervous. Once your child is older than two, depending on their temperament and personality, they might experience anxiety at the different sights and sounds. At this age, the goal of the first visit... read more »

When you have newborn babies, one of the last things you probably think about is whether or not they’ll have problems with their dental health. Without teeth for the first part of their lives, it’s hard to wrap your head around how tooth problems can happen. But one of those is baby bottle tooth decay. Today, we’re going to look... read more »

If getting your child to brush and floss is difficult, you are not alone. Perhaps changing something simple is all it will take to help them enjoy dental hygiene. This can take a little creativity, so Dr. Thayne Gardner and our team are thrilled to give you a few ideas. Make Up a Game One game you could try is... read more »

Enamel erosion is a dental issue that occurs when the tooth enamel is worn down and weakened by acid. This makes the teeth very vulnerable to other dental issues, like cavities. It’s best to prevent enamel erosion altogether. If you’re interested in helping your child prevent enamel erosion, our dentist, Dr. Thayne Gardner, has the tips you need. You can... read more »