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Genetics and Tooth Decay: Are They Related?

February 5, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

Learn how researchers found that environmental factors seem to be the prime cause of cavities — not genetic makeup.

Have you ever heard anyone blame, or give credit to, their parents for their teeth? These researchers had, and they wanted to take a closer look into how genetics impact our dental health. To do so, they studied two identical twins with the same DNA to see if their dental health … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Dental Health

Printable Monster Mouths! Lollipop Template for Halloween Crafts

October 22, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Need a mess-free Halloween craft to keep the kids busy? Our Monster Mouths! lollipop template is the perfect activity for a bit of quiet time before the spookiest night of the year. Get kids excited over their future lollipops by having them color in their favorite … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids, Holiday, Uncategorized Tagged With: craft, Halloween

Dreams About Teeth Falling Out? A Common Dream Decoded

October 15, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Everyone eats. Everyone drinks. Everyone poops. Everyone sleeps. And everyone dreams. And statistics tell us that many people dream about their teeth falling out. You’ve probably had dreams about showing up to work naked or free-falling a massive drop, but many folks have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Just For Fun Tagged With: dreams

Does Your Child Suck Their Thumb?

October 8, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

If your child is thumb-sucking, pay attention to changes in the mouth and the frequency of the thumb-sucking habit.

Does your child suck his or her thumb? It’s not uncommon. According to Stanford Children’s Health, almost 90% of newborns “show some form of hand sucking by two hours after birth.” It’s a natural reflex for young kids and can even help them feel safe or handle stress. Yet oral … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids

Tongue Piercings – Why Are They Dangerous?

October 3, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Have you ever wanted to stick a metal rod through your tongue? We haven’t, but it is still a popular accessory used for self-expression. When debating the finer points of how socially acceptable a tongue piercing is, it’s also important to acknowledge how dangerous they can be. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids

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