Periodontal disease, or gum disease, sounds like an adult problem. As long as kids can keep their mouths cavity-free, they're doing just fine, right? Not exactly. In fact, the American Academy of Periodontology said, "Epidemiologic studies indicate that gingivitis of varying severity is nearly universal in children and adolescents," although it usually is less serious [...]
Thumb sucking is a normal habit for babies and toddlers. In fact, some ultrasounds reveal that babies will suck their thumbs in the womb! This self-soothing reflex helps your child feel safe, secure and comforted. So, why are we suggesting that you help your child stop sucking their thumb? Why Should Thumb Sucking Be Stopped? [...]
All You Need To Know National Children's Dental Health Month (NCDHM), observed every February with a different slogan each year. Sponsored by the American Dental Association (ADA), the campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of kids' dental health. What is National Children's Dental Health Month? NCDHM is a state health observance movement for [...]
At James River Family Dentistry, our dentists routinely recommend flossing as a valuable part of oral health care. When performed properly, using dental floss to remove debris between teeth and at the gum line is safe and beneficial. A daily regime of flossing helps prevent tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath. Here are some [...]
The American Dental Association (ADA) and James River Family Dentistry are joining together to recognize February as National Children’s Dental Health Month. This year’s theme is "Water, Nature's Drink!" Not only is water good for your child’s body and brain, it’s excellent for your children’s teeth and oral health. Drinking water is an effective and [...]
Summer is here! And there is a lot to do. From swimming at the pool to family vacations, your options are practically endless. But with increased activities comes an increased risk to your teeth safety. In this blog, we will discuss how you can keep your teeth safety a priority throughout the summer. Pool Safety [...]
Chances are if you've stammered through a conversation, stuttered through a sentence, or couldn't quite pronounce a word or phrase correctly, you've called yourself tongue tied. But there's more to being tongue tied than not getting your words out properly (although that can be part of it). Tongue tie can actually be the cause of [...]
We know that teaching a child to floss is an ongoing challenge. It's hard to know whether or not they're doing a good enough job, and sometimes, you might not even be sure if they're doing it at all! From the time your child has enough teeth for them to touch and they're eating solid [...]
Moms know that great dental health starts at home. But did you know that it starts before your baby even cuts their first tooth? Nursing moms and dental health is something to definitely keep in mind. Breastfeeding your baby can help with the development of your baby’s teeth and gums and can create healthy impacts [...]
