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Dental Tips for Every Age and Stage

January 30, 2017

Filed under: Early Dental Care,First Dental Visit,Oral Hygiene — lrfamily @ 1:13 pm

Much like the rest of your body, your teeth go through the different stages of life and need to be taken good care of. Whether they are growing and changing or the new lifestyles that come with each age affect your teeth, you should always be aware of conditions that influence their health. Knowledge about tooth development will help you remain a step ahead of any potential problems so that you can keep your teeth strong for as long as possible. For a beautiful smile at every age and stage, read our dental tips below!

Infants and Children Tooth Care

Perhaps the most important stage for teeth, both in growth and in laying the foundation for good oral health the rest of the child’s life. You don’t even need to wait until your baby actually has teeth! Great oral hygiene can and should start early with good nutrition and in developing routines at the outset. Look below for additional suggestions: (more…)

How Thumb Sucking Affects Teeth

October 15, 2016

Filed under: First Dental Visit,Prevention — lrfamily @ 9:19 am

Whether done for comfort, due to anxiety, or out of habit, thumb sucking in children can lead to dental problems later in life. Many parents may wish to address thumb sucking at an early age before it becomes a problem, and they would be right to do so.

Parents need to understand how thumb sucking affects their child’s teeth and what can be done to address the issue before it impacts the child’s teeth long-term.

Does Thumb Sucking Harm A Child’s Teeth?

If an infant sucks their thumb, it may not result in any dental problems. Normally, children tend to stop sucking their thumbs as their teeth begin to come in. In some cases this is due to the child developing other coping mechanisms due to language or mobility. However, as a child ages and thumb sucking occurs, it begins to become a concern because it can affect their permanent teeth alignment and their bite. Some studies show that even in children as young as two years, thumb sucking can have negative effects on the jaw. (more…)

First Dental Visit Expectations

February 27, 2015

Filed under: First Dental Visit,Oral Hygiene — lrfamily @ 8:23 am

To make your first Little Rock Family Dental Care experience a good one, we’ve created a comfortable environment where you can feel confident in the level of dental care you are going to receive. Your first dental visit promises to be a pleasant experience!

Upon arriving for your first visit, please complete all insurance and health information forms, which can be found on our website. This will allow us to begin your dental exam on time and give you a better experience.

Your first visit will help us get acquainted with one another and will give us an opportunity to learn about your goals and desires for your dental treatment. We believe good dental care begins with open communication and we promise to speak with you directly about any dental conditions that may arise in the future. (more…)