Special Needs Dentistry: Are Children With Special Needs More Susceptible to Certain Oral Health Problems?

July 31, 2019

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child receiving a dental examination

Do you need a professional with knowledge and expertise in special needs dentistry? Getting dental care that’s tailored to your little one can help you feel confident and comfortable about their future smile. You may not have known, but certain oral health problems are more common in children with special needs, which is why routine visits and a proper at-home oral hygiene routine can do such wonders. Read on to learn about how dental health varies with children that have special needs and what you can do as a parent to combat these issues at home.

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Are Kid Cavities the Fault of Parents?

July 20, 2019

Filed under: Uncategorized — drbenzley @ 3:17 pm
child sitting at a dinner table and eating

Your child has a smile that is precious and priceless, but you’re worried that won’t last long if their oral health isn’t being properly cared for. Kid cavities can wreak havoc on their small mouths and be caused by a variety of factors. Each time you take them to the dentist for their routine checkup and cleaning, you wonder if it’s your fault that their mouth isn’t as healthy as it could be. Read on to find out how you can teach your child proper oral health techniques and what may be causing their cavities.

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