General Dental Articles
Getting kids to brush their teeth isn’t always easy. But if it turns into a twice-daily battle, your kids could start having negative associations related to dental hygiene. No one in our Erdenheim dental practice wants that! With a little creativity and a spirit of fun, you can make toothbrushing… Read More…
It’s around this time of year when we’re bombarded with parties, family celebrations, and impromptu get-togethers. It’s also when we tend to have more alcohol available to us than any other time of the year. While we know you understand the serious complications drinking too much alcohol may have on… Read More…
There’s nothing more precious than the smile of a child. However, getting to the point at which your little one is sporting a tooth or two in that little grin can be rough. Teething can cause pain and lead to a fussy kid. At our dental office in Erdenheim, we… Read More…
Do you have a pack of gum near you? Most of us do. Pick it up and check out the ingredients. Does it contain sugar? How about high fructose corn syrup? Saccharine? We don’t recommend any of these. In fact, if your gum does not contain one key ingredient, we… Read More…
You just got it: That dreaded call from the school nurse. Sally fell from the top of the slide. Danny was smacked in the mouth with a baseball. Dylan ran face first into a glass door. You try not to panic as you grab your keys and head out the… Read More…
At my dental office in Erdenheim, we recommend brushing for at least two minutes, twice a day, every day. But we know there are times when brushing may not be an option. Perhaps you forgot your toothbrush or ran out of toothpaste. When these things happen, it’s common to turn… Read More…
Calcium is important for all of us, but especially for growing kids. A proper intake of calcium and vitamin D helps build strong, decay-resistant teeth. But exactly how much calcium does your child need? Just ask your Erdenheim pediatric dentist! How Much Is Enough? According to the Academy of General… Read More…
You wake up each morning, eat your breakfast, then head to the sink to brush your teeth and give your grin a thorough flossing. You’re doing everything correctly, right? Maybe. The truth is, oral hygiene isn’t as simple as just making sure you brush and floss. At our Erdenheim dental… Read More…
Everyone is born with a full set of teeth sitting in the jaw, just waiting to erupt through the gums. Even though you can’t see them, except with an x-ray, they’re still extremely important for your child’s development. At our pediatric dental office in Erdenheim, we’d like to explain the… Read More…
We get this question a lot at our dental office in Erdenheim. While it’s not a cut-and-dried answer, we can definitely explain a few pros and cons behind both of the common flossing methods. Floss Picks Pros Ease of Use. Many people prefer floss picks over traditional floss because they’re… Read More…