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8 Ways to Reduce Your Child’s Sugar Intake
Here at Mountain View Pediatric Dentistry, we talk about “sugar bugs” often, and teach children how to keep their teeth clean. Excessive sugar intake can cause a variety of problems. When a child develops the habit of eating a lot of sugary treats, they are likely to continue to do so throughout their life. Some […]
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How to Handle a Dental Emergency
As a parent, you have likely dealt with your fair share of scraped knees and other accidents. It can be harder to know what to do when your child sustains something that you would consider a dental emergency. Familiarizing yourself with the various different dental emergencies and knowing the right steps to take can go […]
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How to Prevent Gum Disease
When gum disease is allowed to escalate, it often leads to substantial health issues. It is critical to learn how to prevent gum disease in order to prevent these significant problems from arising with your children’s oral health. Understanding the ways in which you can prevent gum disease can help you to protect their oral […]
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What do Bleeding Gums Mean?
You likely understand the importance of caring for the teeth of your children. However, it is less well-known that it is similarly important to care for the health of their gums. Bleeding gums are incredibly common. Some studies have indicated that as much as 60% of Americans have experienced their gums bleeding. It is important […]
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The Benefits of Smiling
Smiling provides many emotional and physical benefits. If your child is less than happy with the appearance of their teeth, it is likely that they won’t smile as frequently. This will prevent them from obtaining all of the benefits that smiling provides. In addition to all of the benefits smiling can provide, you simply want […]
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Nail Biting and your Teeth
Nail biting is incredibly common and can occur for a wide array of reasons. Most people are aware of the damage that nail biting can cause to fingernails. It can substantially detract from the appearance of the nails, as well as increase the likelihood of infection. Nail biting can also cause damage to the surface […]
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