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    Category Archives: Prevention; Unleash It

    Jul 08 2017
    J. Shahangian
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    Study finds kids who breastfed for more than 2 years had more cavities

    The intuition of a mother that breastfeeding her child is good has long been backed by the scientific evidence that shows benefits to mom and child alike. These benefits are many and they span the realms of physiological to emotional health. As a parent and a Certified Lactation Educator, I subscrib...
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    May 16 2017
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    Taking Care of Your Child’s Oral Health Starts During Pregnancy

    Being a mommy-in-the-making means all sorts of sacrifice. Of course, many ladies give of themselves gracefully — knowing it’s all worthwhile once baby arrives — but that can be hard to remember between weight gain, nausea and backaches. Not to mention hormonal changes, putting careers on...
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    Apr 08 2017
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    Toss The Floss Challenge

    Toss The Floss Challenge I get it — flossing is annoying. So, thanks to recent news stories saying flossing doesn’t work, I’m not surprised that parents are asking if they should toss the floss. In case you missed it, the Associated Press asked the departments of Health and Human Services and ...
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    Mar 24 2017
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    When Should I take my child to their first dental appointment?

    When Should I take my child to their first dental appointment?   In my office, I meet many, many moms who are surprised to learn their child’s first dental visit should happen by the time they’re 6 months old per guideline. In fact, they often express  feeling guilty for “waiting too long to br...
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    May 11 2015
    J. Shahangian
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    February is National Children’s Oral Health Awareness Month

    Calling all parents!  February is Children’s Dental Health Month!  So, I thought I would share some information from the AAPD and some facts that they have detailed at their website: mouthmonsters.mychildrensteeth.org.   Here are some fun stats from the AAPD’s first State of Little ...
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    Nov 04 2014
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    Sort Your Treats During Halloween and Holidays

    Expert Tips for Candy Celebrations: Sort Your Treats During Halloween and Holidays The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) did a great job last month stressing the importance of maintaining healthy teeth and gums during Halloween.  Through their website, mychildrensteeth.org and their med...
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    Oct 14 2014
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    Making dental visits a high priority is a habit that can rub off on kids

    Making dental visits a high priority is a habit that can rub off on kids As adults with jobs, families and activities to keep us busy, it’s easy to forget to make time for things such as regular trips to the dentist – no matter how often we health providers may call or send reminders […...
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    Oct 09 2014
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    Cheese Please: More on Diet and Snacking Tips for your Child

    Cheese Please:  More on Diet and Snacking Tips for your Child You are what you eat!  That simple saying is so true and it is also important to remember that there are oral benefits to a balanced diet! What is a healthy diet?  It is a balanced one, everything in moderation!  ‘Balanced’ me...
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    Sep 09 2014
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    Survey shows student athletes have better dental habits

    Survey shows student athletes have better dental habits While kids often make the news for their health when it comes to topics such as obesity, one study defies that trend. A recent survey found that student athletes have better diet and oral health habits than non-athletes. Meanwhile, young ladies...
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    Jun 23 2014
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    Tooth decay is devastating, but can be prevented by parents

    Tooth decay is devastating, but can be prevented by parents As much as we try to protect our children, growing up can leave kids with its share of scars, accidents and illnesses. But a recent study by researchers at Englands’s Newcastle University that was published in the journal Sociology of...
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    May 25 2014
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    From baby teeth to braces, oral health needs to grow with children

    By Erinn Hutkin, Special to U-T San Diego 6 A.M. MAY 20, 2014 Many parents mark a child’s first birthday with a party and a cake for them to smash into, but when it comes to their baby’s health, that first birthday is also when parents should begin taking their infants to the dentist. Children [&hel...
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    Apr 07 2014
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    Healthy snacks and lunches to pack for children

    Healthy snacks and lunches to pack for children According to a U.S. Department of Agriculture survey of nearly 10,000 children, twice as many kids today eat snack foods, like crackers, popcorn, pretzels, and corn chips, as kids did just 20 years ago.  Soda consumption has increased 27% for 6 to 9 ye...
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    Mar 16 2014
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    The importance of visiting the dentist twice a year

    The importance of visiting the dentist twice a year Professional care is necessary to maintain oral health; infants, children and adolescents are no different.  Just as you take your infant to the pediatrician for the well visit exams, it is also important to establish a dental home for your infant ...
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    Feb 24 2014
    J. Shahangian
    Is That Normal, Prevention; Unleash It
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    Breaking a habit- Easier said than done

    Breaking a habit Some parents consider not introducing a pacifier because they know how difficult some kids might be with breaking a habit. Our first born stopped showing interest in her pacifier when she was almost one and we put away all the pacifiers in case she decided on changing her mind. The ...
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    Dec 16 2013
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    Nothing But The Tooth Part III

    Nothing But The Tooth Part III In the first two parts, we covered some good concepts on how toddlers can get cavities so early in life and went on to make suggestions on how we can keep those preschoolers cavity free. In this segment, we’re going to focus on school aged children. They definitely giv...
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    Dec 09 2013
    J. Shahangian
    Gadgets and Teeth, Prevention; Unleash It
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    What is a good toothbrush and what is the best way to brush?

    What is a good toothbrush and what is the best way to brush? There are two types of toothbrushes:  manual and powered.  There are also soft, medium and hard bristles.  Kids should use a soft bristled toothbrush.  The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that you buy the one that you will use...
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    Dec 01 2013
    J. Shahangian
    Is That Normal, Knowledge Is Power, Prevention; Unleash It
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    Lying (To Your Hygienist) Through Your Teeth?

    Lying (To Your Hygienist) Through Your Teeth? You know that awkward moment right before your routine dental cleaning when your dental hygienist asks you “How are you doing with your brushing and flossing”? What should you say? How quickly and in what tone are you responding? Is it that she really ne...
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    Nov 24 2013
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    Natural Ways to Keep Bad Oral Bacteria Under Wraps

    Natural Ways to Keep Bad Oral Bacteria Under Wraps Bad bacteria and cavities in kids Even though its well known that dental decay is kind of complicated, the one thing that is pretty well established is the bacteria that live in a person’s mouth play a huge role in how susceptible a person might be ...
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    Nov 17 2013
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    Having trouble brushing your child’s teeth? Tell me about it. PART I

    Having trouble brushing your child’s teeth? Tell me about it. PART I It’s very much the norm for a child to refuse brushing and flossing. Some kids are easier than others, but really, kids typically don’t burst into joyous celebration when its time to brush as terrible twos are in full s...
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    Nov 12 2013
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    Fruit juice is good for kids, isn’t it?

    Fruit juice is good for kids, isn’t it? Fruit juice!  The title definitely sounds like it would be a great thing for children to drink.  However, let’s look at what the ingredients are in a bottle of fruit juice and also let’s hear what the experts have to say about it! The saying ...
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