Most American children don’t see their family dentist until they are well over 2 years old, which is far later than dental and medical professionals recommend. Once those mini-pearly whites start popping up in your child’s mouth, it’s definitely time to make your little guy … [Read more...]
Brushing Basics: Easy as A, B, C
Brushing may be as simple as “Do, re, mi,” but many people are still doing it incorrectly. Forget reading, writing and arithmetic (for now). We’re ‘gonna teach you how to get an A (in brushing). It’s as easy as… A. A toothbrush and toothpaste Start your routine with a … [Read more...]
Strategies for a Speedy Smile Routine
Chef. Chauffer. Teacher. Event Coordinator. Financial Planner. Personal Shopper. What if we told you approximately 66% of Americans juggle all 6 of these jobs? Would you believe these individuals make a $0 per year salary? It’s true, and you might even be one of them. So, … [Read more...]
Typical Teething Timeline [INFOGRAPHIC]
Teething is hard on everybody. Your child is uncomfortable, and since misery loves company, chances are you aren’t the happiest parent either. Never fear -- help is here! Learn what to expect and how to help your tot’s teething troubles: … [Read more...]
Keeping Kids in Mind for Dental Plan Design
Quality dental care is essential for a child’s well being. The research supports our view: Cavities are the single most common chronic disease among children. Untreated decay affects 19.5% of 2 to 5 year olds and 22.9% of 6 to 19 year olds. Dental disease can affect a child’s … [Read more...]