St. Johns Pediatric Dentistry
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Dr. Sullivan and Dr. Perry are Board Certified Pediatric Dentists and our team is specially trained to provide your children with individualized attention and care tailored to their needs in a relaxed and friendly environment. Discover helpful topics and tips about tooth care, teeth problems, common dental questions, emergency information, and more pediatric dentistry information.
St. Johns Pediatric Dentistry
2y ago
Oral care is extremely important for people of all ages – and that all starts out during childhood. Some of the biggest questions that dental professionals get are: What is the best toothpaste for kids? Should you be looking for cavity protection? Is adult toothpaste okay to use? Ultimately, the most important thing about toothpaste is for kids to actually want to use it. We often hear from parents about how their kids have a difficult time brushing because the toothpaste doesn’t taste good. Fortunately, there are many flavored toothpaste options available for kids to try!
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St. Johns Pediatric Dentistry
2y ago
If your children are hesitant about dental care, share some of these dental facts with them. Help them learn something new about their teeth, demystify oral hygiene, and have a better time at the dentist’s office. Who knows, maybe it will spark their interest in all things dental!
Fun dental facts for kids
Is your child curious about their teeth but not sure about the point of dental care? As a parent, you know how much you care about your child–educating them on caring for themselves can go a long way in their personal development. Review these teeth facts with them, and maybe even learn some ..read more
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2y ago
Becoming a mom for the first time is exciting and scary all at the same time. Pregnancy can feel like a long journey that culminates in the ultimate joy: motherhood.
When I first became a mom, some days felt like a breeze while others were just plain hard. I was a graceful mother at times and a mess at others. To help me balance the good and bad days, I started reading quotes about becoming a mother for the first time. I’ve compiled my favorite of these mom quotes below. I hope they inspire and help you, too!
Also, check How To Make Your Baby’s First Dental Visit Full Of Fun.
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2y ago
Baby teething can begin anywhere from three to as late as fourteen months of age. Teething age depends on several factors, including when Mom and Dad’s first teeth came in.
Baby teething is unmistakable when it begins. Your baby becomes fussier. They’ll grab anything in sight to gum on. They may refuse bottles or breastfeeding. The pain can cause them to lose sleep. Saliva dripping from their mouth can also be observed.
Seeing your baby in pain can drive any loving parent crazy. You’d start to find safe remedies for teething, and teething toys are some of best things to start with. B ..read more
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2y ago
As a kid, your health is probably the last thing you think about. But the sooner you start paying attention to what’s going on in your body and what you need to stay healthy and strong, the better off you are. Your parents help you out a lot by making sure you have good food to eat and lots of activities to do, but they can’t do all the work themselves. Luckily, parents and children can work together to create the best possible environment.
And parents, your taking the time to teach your child important habits, you’re learning how to raise healthy, happy, kids. These tips ensure your child’s l ..read more
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2y ago
Baby teething can be a difficult stage to get through for both babies and their caregivers.
Common signs of teething include a sore and uncomfortable mouth, as well as the need to chew on anything and everything in sight. It’s not uncommon for the body to react by producing a teething rash.
For new parents, teething rashes may be cause for concern. It can be scary to see your child with rashes on their face and body. Rashes can be a response to many factors, making it tricky to trace their cause. One good example of the causes is anxiety, which is considered a mental health issue. Teethin ..read more
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2y ago
Brushing Baby Teeth: How to Care, Brush, and Establish a Brushing Routine
As a new mom or dad, there is nothing more wonderful than the first time your baby smiles. Those sweet, chubby cheeks and sparkling eyes framed by a gummy smile can make your day. It’s love. Then, a tooth appears. Wonderful.
However, as a young mom or dad, not only do you want your baby to have a perfect smile with all their teeth, you want a lifelong smile of perfection. First, as a baby with those delicate teeth, then a young person moving into permanent teeth and following them all the way ..read more
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2y ago
Is there such a thing as teething fever? Many mothers are concerned about the health and comfort of their teething child. This article gives a few tips on teething symptoms and oral care during this rough time for babies.
It is the joy of every parent to see their kids develop a healthy and happy smile. Most children will start teething usually around six months of age.
Usually the lower front teeth come in first although some children can be delayed up to 15 to 18 months of age before their first tooth erupts, as it is individually dependent on the pace of each child’s dental developmen ..read more
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2y ago
Is your baby teething? What do you do? What can you expect? How will you survive? Whether it’s your first time with a teething baby or you just want to “get it right this time”, in our post, A Complete Guide to Teething, we’ll help you better navigate the very natural teething process. We’ll also help in nurturing your child as you, the parent or parents, explore this milestone together with baby.
We also compiled some amazing Inspirational Quotes About Becoming A Mother For The First Time you may be interested in.
In this post, we’ll discuss:
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2y ago
You may be looking to explore the 840-mile beauty of Florida. The good news is, there are tons of fun things to do here in Jacksonville Florida, especially if you take delight in nature-filled waterways, stunning beaches, splendid nature parks, scrumptious dishes, and more. Whether you’re going as a couple or with little ones, you’re sure to have all the fun and relaxation from these heart-warming destinations.
We also just published a new post about Inspirational Quotes About Becoming A Mother For The First Time you may want to check out.
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