by admin | May 2, 2019 | Dental Tips for Parents
Tongue thrusting, also known as an orofacial myofunctional disorder, is the chronic pressing of the tongue against the lips with a force that can lead to the protrusion of teeth. Tongue thrust happens when the tongue is situated too far forward in the mouth or extends...
by admin | May 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
If your child complains of itchy gums or you can see that his or her gums are irritated, swollen or inflamed, below are a few reasons why this may be occurring, Allergic Reaction An itchy sensation in your gums is generally a sign of a mild allergic reaction. Due to...
by admin | May 2, 2019 | Dental Tips for Parents
Daily toothbrushing, flossing and brushing the tongue are not always enough to stop bad breath. Bad breath isn’t always an oral health issue either. There can be other causes that need a different solution. Here are some causes of bad breath in children...
by admin | Sep 8, 2017 | Dental Tips for Parents
Canker sores (also known as mouth ulcers) are common in children. These are usually seen at the base of the gums, under the tongue or inside the cheeks or lips. These canker sores can cause pain to your child. Everyday routines like eating food, drinking, brushing...
by admin | Sep 1, 2017 | Dental Tips for Parents
Now that the kids are back in school, the athletic programs are firing up again. While collision and contact sports, such as football, are higher-risk sports for the mouth, any young athlete may experience a dental injury in non-contact activities too, such as...
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