Apr 25, 2019 | Dental Care, Pediatric Dentistry
Some kids (and let’s face it, even adults) struggle to find motivation to brush their teeth. However, establishing this healthy habit at a young age can have a long-lasting positive effect on a child’s overall health. When brushing becomes a regular and...
Nov 18, 2018 | Patient Information, Pediatric Dentistry
Baby teeth are meant to be lost so that the incoming adult teeth can emerge without issue. Most of the time, baby teeth are lost naturally, or due to an impactful force thats not uncommon in childhood. However, even after children lose their baby teeth they should...
Nov 1, 2018 | Pediatric Dentistry
For the 12th year in a row, Dr. Michael Foley and his staff at Winning Smiles Pediatric Dentistry are inviting children and schools in the area to participate in the Annual Halloween Candy Buy-Back event on Thursday, November 1 from 4:00 until 8:00 pm. Children are...
Oct 25, 2018 | Dental Care, Pediatric Dentistry
The best way to prevent cavities is to brush each morning and night and floss daily, but sometimes little teeth need some extra help from dental sealants. Sealants are thin plastic coatings that prevent food and bacteria from getting stuck in the grooves of back...
Oct 9, 2018 | Pediatric Dentistry
Like all other consumable substances, fluoride is another item that should be talked about with your dentist to see if you or your child needs more in their diet. That being said, do toddlers need fluoride? We hope to answer that question for parents worrying about...
Jun 19, 2018 | Patient Information, Pediatric Dentistry
Parents typically have long lists of concerns when it comes to the health and wellness of their children. They want their kids to grow up healthy without developing any habits that would jeopardize their development. Thumb sucking is one of the things caregivers worry...