WE TELL KIDS to smile for the camera, but it turns out there’s real science behind why a smile is worth more than just a good photo. Smiling isn’t only a reaction to happiness. It can actually help create it, along with a surprising list of physical and...
WATCHING YOUR BABY grow is full of milestones, and one of the most anticipated (and sometimes dreaded) is the arrival of their first tooth. Teething is a natural part of development, but it can bring plenty of questions for new parents. Here’s what you need to...
SUMMER MEANS LONGER days at the pool, lake, or beach, and for most families, that’s a welcome break from routine. But swimming can bring some surprising risks to your teeth and gums that are worth knowing about, especially if your kids spend hours in the water...
BRINGING YOUR CHILD to the dentist for the first time is a milestone, and a little planning goes a long way toward making it a positive one. Here’s what every parent should know before that first appointment. When Should the First Visit Happen? The American...
MOST PEOPLE ONLY think about the dentist when something already hurts. But by the time pain shows up, a small problem has often become a bigger one. Staying ahead of dental issues means knowing what to look for, and taking those warning signs seriously before they...
