Baby teeth matter more than most people realize. Not only is it important to keep them clean and healthy, but they also affect many areas of long-term development, from chewing to talking. The long-term importance of baby teeth is just one of the reasons we offer free visits for babies on or before their first […]
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February may be the month of love, but it’s also National Children’s Dental Health Month. This is our chance, for one month every year, to shine a spotlight on the importance of oral health for our babies, toddlers, kids and teens. So we decided to create a few graphics — in an effort to put […]
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What if there were a connection between a simple act like brushing/flossing with significant health benefits, like cutting your risk of heart disease or some forms of cancer? Would you spend just a few extra minutes getting those pearly whites extra clean? Dr. Perry Francis thinks you would — and that you should! And this […]
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By Dr. Perry Francis, DDS While my own children did not have video games or other electronics when they were growing up, over the last few years we have become app-accepting (and even seeking) for so many things — from banking to travel and everything in between. Our most recent find is an app called […]
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Summertime means special activities and foods we tend to enjoy in abundance during these long, warm days. Unfortunately, this fun season can wreak havoc on a child’s oral health if parents don’t stay vigilant. Ice cream, caramel corn, cotton candy, soda, and even trail mix can hasten tooth decay. How Sugar Leads to Tooth Decay […]
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