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Dentist's Advice: Stop Flossing!

Share on<br>Yep, you read that right: I’m a dentist and I’m suggesting that you throw away your floss.<br>When I first advise my patients to stop flossing, they usually look at me like I’m crazy—it's been ingrained in their minds that flossing is essential to their health. Unfortunately, most dentists’ advice around flossing is misguided.<br>As you well know, an inordinate amount of food gets stuck between our teeth after meals. Traditionally, we've been taught to use a thin, waxy string to…

7 Things You Need To Know About Piercing Your Child's Ears

1.) When should I pierce my child’s ears? This is a very personal decision, but some experts do warn of potential risks in piercing your child’s ears at too young of an age. “Any time you puncture the skin, you open up the opportunity for infection, and because infants still have developing immune systems, I …

It’s important to remember mouth guards when buying sporting goods

A lost tooth due to sports injury can have long-term effects on dental health, especially for children. Mouth guards reduce the risk and severity of injury and should be used as often as any other piece of protective sporting equipment.

Dental checkups: How often are they needed?

Checkups. Cleanings. X-rays. Just how often should Canadians be seen by a dentist to keep their teeth and gums in optimal health?

This Is Exactly How You Should Be Taking Care of Your Teeth Every Single Day

Oral health—Use these daily dental care tips to improve your oral health.

Should you floss before or after you brush your teeth?

It's not a question of if you should floss, but a matter of when. And correctly timing the daily habit can have a major impact on your dental health—here's what the experts have to say in SELF's March issue.

The Difference Between Family And Pediatric Dentists?

Like general dentistry, family dentistry provides services linked to the general maintenance of tooth health as well as dental hygiene. In actuality, general dentistry and family dentistry are frequently used …

Pediatric Dentists Who Accept Medicaid Insurance

Medicaid is a low fee type of state-based insurance, which helps children and adults have access to cheap medical and dental care.

“Does My Child Need a Pediatric Dentist?”

Does he really need a pediatric dentist, or will your general family dentist be all right? At our Long Island pediatric dental office, we’d like to compare

When to Look for a Pediatric Dentist

If you have a child under six years old, it is time to visit our pediatric dentist. Tooth decay is the most common childhood disease, and the worst part is, it’s preventable with good oral hygiene. Pediatric dental care is essential to help your children’s teeth stay healthy. Good oral hygiene may start in infancy. …

What is a pediatric dentist?

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Are Crowns Right for My Child’s Smile?

Find out in what situations your child may require a dental crown.<br>Designed to fit over your child’s damaged teeth, dental crowns protect and strengthen any teeth that have been affected by decay or trauma. Read on to learn when our Clackamas, OR, pediatric dentists, Dr. David Doyle and Dr.

6 questions to ask your child's pediatric dentist

By Valerie Preston It’s essential to teach our children about the importance of dental care and proper hygiene at an early age. Your approach of introducing dental care is crucial leading up to your child’s first encounter with a dentist. While it’s your primary responsibility to introduce correct dental habits, you are not alone in… Read more »

Finding a Pediatric Dentist

Gummy Vitamins: Good or Bad for Oral Health?

Just like you, everyone at our Long Island pediatric dental office wants to do everything we can to keep kids healthy. We serve them well-balanced meals, encourage them to get active, and wash their hands often. But even if you follow these basic rules, there may still be some crucial things missing. We’re talking about... Read more »

Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist 

Just like us, our little ones need to attend twice-a-year dental visits to make sure their teeth are healthily developing and well cared for. However, we shouldn’t just choose any …

Why Should You Choose a Pediatric Dentist?

What’s the difference between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist? Dr. Duffy explains why parents should choose a pediatric dentist in Flower Mound, and what makes a pediatric dentist different.

Could Dental Sealants Help My Child's Smile?

Dental sealants could help your child’s smile by protecting it against cavities and tooth decay. Most cavities develop in the molars and dental sealants can prevent up to 80 percent of those cavities, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Children who have dental sealant

Little Teeth Truths: What can I expect during my child’s first visit to the pediatric dentist?

Question: What can I expect during my child’s first visit to the pediatric dentist? Answer: The first dental visit is educational and helps to establish a Dental Home – or home base – for your child’s dental […]