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Healthy Foods = Healthy Mouth & Body!

March 10th, 2022

March is National Nutrition Month! Getting your five daily servings of fruits and veggies is good for more than just your body, it's also good for your teeth!

When you think of cavity-causing foods, the first thing that comes to mind is CANDY! But the decay process can start when naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth comes into contact with any form of sugar, including the natural sugars in milk and breastmilk, fruit juice, and processed carbohydrates like chips and crackers.

Tips for healthy eating and healthy teeth:

  • Stay hydrated with plain water to promote saliva flow. Water is essential to overall body functioning and saliva naturally protects teeth.
  • Choose to eat whole fruits instead of drinking fruit juice. Juice is more calorie-dense and has more concentrated sugars that whole fruits. Even natural juices! For example, there are about 12g of sugar and 65 calories in a medium size orange, but an 8oz glass of pure orange juice has 21g of sugar and 112 calories! Excessive sugar consumption has been linked to tooth decay and childhood obesity.
  • Limit snacking in between meals.
  • Cleanse the mouth after eating. Brushing is ideal, but when that's not possible, drink plenty of water!
  • Always brush and floss before going to bed for the night and do not allow a bottle or sippy cup of any beverage other than water at bedtime. Don't allow food and drink to eat away at your child's teeth while they sleep!

Looking for more tips on healthy eating? Check out the ADA's Bad Foods Slideshow!

References:
Forget the Juice and Eat the Whole Fruit Instead
Reducing Childhood Obesity by Eliminating 100% Fruit Juice
Diet and Dental Health
Bad Foods Slideshow

Show Your Teeth Some Love!

February 17th, 2022

Happy Valentine's Day!

DID YOU KNOW . . . .

  • 58 million pounds of chocolate are bought during Valentine's Day week?
  • Children will receive 39% of all Valentine's Day candy and gifts
  • Cavities are almost 100% preventable!

After you read your cards and eat your chocolates, don't forget to show your teeth some love! Kids should always brush twice a day for 2 minutes each time and floss at night before bed. Brushing after eating candies and/or drinking plenty of water after sugary snacks can also help reduce the risk of cavities.

Healthy home habits combined with visiting a pediatric specialist every 6 months is the best way to keep your kids cavity-free!

Give us a call at 214-484-3199 to book your next visit or schedule online!

 

References:

Quick Candy Facts

We are here for you!

January 18th, 2022

We're dedicated to providing safe, fun, quality dental care for all our kiddos!

Our COVID-19 protocols are in place to keep your family safe!

  • Masks are required for all guests ages 3 and up
  • You car is the waiting room! Check in via text message from your car when you arrive.
  • E-forms will be sent to you prior to your appointment. You can complete forms online any time that's convenient for you and avoid handling pens and clipboards in the office.
  • The total number of guests in the office at the same time is limited. Parents, we encourage you to wait in the car during your child's appointment (ages 5yrs +). If accompanying your child, we can accommodate one parent to be present. Please do not bring other family members or siblings to the office if they do not have appointments.
  • Common areas are disinfected regularly.
  • Treatment rooms are thoroughly sanitized between visitors.
  • All of our instruments are individually wrapped and heat sterilized, with regular quality control testing.

Preventive dental care is an important part of maintaining a healthy, cavity-free smile! Remember to schedule your child's dental check-ups every 6 months.

Book online HERE or call 214-484-3199.

 

Use It or Lose It

December 15th, 2021

2022 is only 16 days away! We have adjusted our hours to help as many families as possible get in for their dental check-ups and treatment needs while utilizing this year's benefits.

Most plans allow for 2 dental visits per year. Has your family had both of their 2021 check-ups? If not, you can schedule online HERE or call 214-484-3199 for more options.

These elves are standing by to take your call!

While these elves are happily preparing the rest of the office:

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