Setting Fun Resolutions with Kids
The secret to setting family resolutions that stick? Don’t take them seriously.
Oral Health for Babies
Follow these helpful tips to support your baby's oral health, even before their first tooth.
Snack Tips
Eating a lot of snacks that have sugar may give your child cavities.
Healthy After School Snacks Your Kids Will Love
After a busy day of learning and playing, kids are hungry! But instead of having them dig into a packaged treat that’s loaded with sugar, offer these healthy options that are a snap to prepare. Sure to delight, these snacks provide energy and nutrition and keep them satisfied until dinner.
Three Techy Tools for Toothbrushing Tantrums
Arm your toothbrushing arsenal with techy distractions and rewards. That way, no matter what type of tantrum happens, you’ll be one smile ahead.
Sealants Make Sense
Brushing and flossing are the best ways to help prevent cavities. But it’s not always easy to clean every surface of teeth. Back teeth – called molars – have deep grooves that can trap food. This can lead to a buildup of bacteria that over time can cause tooth decay.
Easy Ways to Kick Start Your Child's Oral Health Routine
Did you know that oral health – the health of your teeth and gums – has a major impact on your overall health? It’s true! So if you want to help your child stay healthy, start with their smile. By teaching them to take better care of their mouth, you’re also taking better care of their body. Here are some simple tips that can make a big difference.
Five Ways to Actually Make Brushing their Teeth Exciting
When it’s toothbrushing time at your house, it’s easy to feel like the odds are stacked against you. Some kids do everything they can to avoid it. Some kids brush incorrectly. And others just aren’t feelin’ it. The good news is that there are many ways to make brushing painless, effective, and 100% kid-friendly.
Four simple ways to de-stress your day
Teaching your kids how to brush their teeth properly twice a day, every day can be stressful. Everything else that you’ve got on your plate (wait, what’s for dinner?!) can interfere with peace of mind, too. We want to help you keep things easier. Here are some of the simple things you can do each day to ward off stress at your house.
Prevent Cavities in Early Childhood
Guard against pain and infection for your child with a couple of small changes.
How to Check Your Child’s Teeth
A quick peek can alert you to trouble.
Oral Care for Toddlers (18 to 24 Months)
Encourage your child’s life-long oral health.
Fluoride Protects Against Cavities
Flouride is your child's friend for a lifetime of oral health.
What to Know About Caring for Baby Teeth
Comfort and care make you a real-life Tooth Fairy.
Dental Visits with Your Child: What to Do
Get ready, get set, go to the dentist!
Tips for ages 2-6 years
Good eating habits, early warning signs of tooth decay and going to the dentist.
Tips for ages 6-12 years
Good eating habits, early warning signs of tooth decay and going to the dentist between the ages of 6 and 12 years.
Tips for ages 12+ years
Good eating habits, early warning signs of tooth decay and going to the dentist at 12 years and older
Tips for Ages 6-12 Months
Tips for brushing, baby bottle tooth decay and going to the dentist.
Making the Dentist Less Scary for Your Kids
Going to the dentist can be a real fear for children. Even though it’s common for kids to be afraid, there are ways to make them feel better.
What to Expect at the Dentist's Office
You’ve made your child’s dental appointment and are on your way to helping them have a healthier and happier mouth. Here’s what to expect at your child’s dental visit.
Kids Oral Health 101 – Baby Teeth Matter
Here are five best practices that all parents and caregivers should know in order to care for their children's oral health