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Kids and Teeth Grinding
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 30, 2021
Grind, grind, grind… if your little one happens to be a teeth grinder, you may be familiar with this unpleasant sound. Teeth grinding, or what the doctor and our team
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Thanksgiving Trivia
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 23, 2021
At Little Sprout Pediatric Dentistry we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit
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Children and Halitosis
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 16, 2021
Many parents are unaware that children can also suffer from symptoms of halitosis, better known as chronic bad breath. This common oral problem affects a majority of the population, including
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Is dairy crucial to my child's oral health?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 09, 2021
Healthy eating, combined with regular physical activity, plays a vital role in your child’s health and well-being. Dairy foods are naturally nutritious, packed with ten essential nutrients that help your
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What are Sealants?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 02, 2021
Sealants offer many benefits, but the best is their ability to protect your molars. Molars are full of small caverns that can be the perfect breeding ground for tooth decay
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Halloween: Sweet candy and scary costumes!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 26, 2021
Halloween is an annual event celebrated by both children and adults every October 31. Some scholars claim that it originates from the celebration of Celtic festivals that honored the dead
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Mamelons
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 19, 2021
Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There
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Gum Disease in Children
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 12, 2021
When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis.
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Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 05, 2021
Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons
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How can parents help prevent tooth decay?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 28, 2021
Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw
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The Perks of Dairy
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 21, 2021
We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things
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Sealants: What are they and how do they help?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 14, 2021
Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant
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Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 07, 2021
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are
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Happy Labor Day!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 31, 2021
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last
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When should I begin brushing my baby's teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 24, 2021
One question our team at Little Sprout Pediatric Dentistry hear all the time is, “When should I start brushing my baby’s teeth?”
You should begin regular cleanings even before your baby
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Steer clear of that candy!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 17, 2021
At Little Sprout Pediatric Dentistry, we know how tempting candy can sometimes be on our sweet tooth, but it’s important to remember that every candy and sugary treat you consume
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