Going to the dentist is something we should all be doing twice a year every year, and it’s something we should make sure our children are doing too. If you and your children are already coming in for regular cleanings, that’s wonderful! If you’re preparing for your child’s first dentist visit, here’s what parents can expect...
THE CDC REPORTS THAT 1 in 5 children (between ages 5 and 11) in the US have untreated tooth decay. Not only should tooth decay be treated in regular dental appointments, it should be prevented! Tooth decay is 100 percent preventable with effective personal care and regular dental cleanings. In honor of Children’s Dental Health Month, we’re spreading the word
When the Tooth Fairy pays a nighttime visit to a home, she’s doing more than just picking up a lost tooth. Her visit is part of a family tradition – a rite of passage that marks a child’s transition from childhood to adolescence. August 22nd is National Tooth Fairy Day We’re celebrating National Tooth Fairy...
February is National Children’s Dental Health month, a time each year focused on spreading awareness about the importance of good oral health for our youth. While it is important to focus on everyone’s oral health all year round, the statistics suggest that an entire month of awareness dedicated to children is warranted. While recent industry...
As with immunizations and physical exams, kids dental check-ups should be part of the back to school routine. Your child’s periodic exam includes a cleaning, preventative fluoride treatment and an evaluation that can detect any brewing oral health problems. According to the American Dental Association, one-half of all children ages 5 to 9 have at least...
As a Dental Health Month presenting sponsor for the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire, Keystone Dental Arts hosts a fun filled day at the museum. The American Dental Association (ADA), America’s leading advocate for oral health, along with the ADA Foundation, promoted February 2016 as National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM). “This month-long national health observance brings...
