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What is hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
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Anonymous
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.
Hand-foot-and-mouth disease, or HFMD, is a type of contagious viral illness that causes a rash in the mouth and on the hands and feet of infants and young children, and,
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Thanksgiving Trivia
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Anonymous
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.
At Dentistry for Children at Weston we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a
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Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 14, 2023.
Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They
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Gum Disease and Your Child
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.
At Dentistry for Children at Weston, we know that unfortunately, gum disease can exist in your child’s mouth without you even knowing. In fact, your child may be suffering from
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Halloween: Sweet candy and scary costumes!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.
Halloween is an annual event celebrated by both children and adults every October 31. Some scholars claim that it originates from the celebration of Celtic festivals that honored the dead
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What are Sealants?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.
Sealants offer many benefits, but the best is their ability to protect your molars. Molars are full of small caverns that can be the perfect breeding ground for tooth decay
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Preventing Toddler Tooth Decay
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Anonymous
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.
You do everything you can to protect your toddler with safeguards large and small. Installing that complicated car seat. Figuring out which sunscreen is best for delicate skin. Spending weeks
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Keep Your Teeth Healthy While You Keep Fit!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 10, 2023.
Whether you’re defending the goal, shooting hoops, or practicing tricks on your skateboard, sports and exercise are a great way to keep fit and healthy. Let’s make sure you keep
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Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
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Anonymous
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.
Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons
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Is your child a mouth breather?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.
Have you ever watched to see if your child is breathing through his or her mouth? Breathing through the mouth instead of the nose may lead to trouble for youngsters.
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Use Pediatric Dentists to Treat Children
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Anonymous
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.
There are many different types of dental specialties out there, so how do you know when you should see a general dentist (your regular dentist), and when you should seek
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When should I begin brushing my baby's teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.
One question our team at Dentistry for Children at Weston hear all the time is, “When should I start brushing my baby’s teeth?”
You should begin regular cleanings even before your
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Summer Smiles
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.
The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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When Is a “Cavity” Not a Cavity?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 22, 2023.
Is this a trick question? After all, you and your family probably already know quite a lot about cavities:
It all begins when bacteria-filled plaque sticks to teeth and starts to
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Curious About Cavities?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.
Part of every dental checkup is making sure all of your teeth are strong and healthy. the doctor will have you open wide to look at your teeth, use special
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