Creative Ideas to Help Your Kids Brush
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by Sunshine Smiles
1M ago
Getting your kids to take care of their teeth can be challenging. At some point, in fact, many kids go “on strike” against brushing and flossing – and this can lead to poor oral hygiene habits and lifelong dental problems. Poor oral health can have other consequences too: the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that kids with poor oral health are more likely to miss school and get lower grades. Fortunately, there are ways to get your kids enthusiastic about brushing and flossing! Our pediatric dentist at Sunshine Smiles has many creative ideas to help your kids brush. 5 ..read more
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How Cavities are Treated and Repair by Dentists
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by Sunshine Smiles
2M ago
Ensuring your child visits the pediatric dentist in Melbourne at least twice a year is key to preventing cavities through thorough cleanings. Despite these regular visits, food particles can sometimes become trapped, providing sustenance for bacteria long enough to form a cavity, also known as caries. These openings in the enamel layer require prompt treatment to prevent bacteria from reaching the pulp and roots. Typically, your children’s dentist in Melbourne will employ a consistent procedure to treat and fill cavities, regardless of their location in the mouth. Fluoride Treatments for Early ..read more
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Holiday Meals and Your Child’s Oral Health
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by Sydnie Magnelli
3M ago
The holidays are right around the corner and many of us tend to eat foods that are special to those times. Many of these special holiday foods contain more sugar, starch, and cavity-causing ingredients than we’re used to, so it’s a good idea to pay attention to your child’s oral health while eating holiday meals. Here’s some advice to keep your child’s oral health in the best shape while holiday dining and snacking from your local pediatric dentist in Melbourne, FL. Ways to Protect Your Child’s Teeth during Holiday Meals Brushing twice a day and flossing before bed should remain a part of your ..read more
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Best Practices for Nightly Oral Health Care
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by Sunshine Smiles
5M ago
Children’s bedtime routines often involve an evening snack, a warm bath, and a short story. Unfortunately, oral health is often overlooked in nightly care regimens. According to a study published in Children’s Journal, just 52.4 percent of parents reported that their children’s teeth were brushed each night. Encouraging nightly care that involves proper oral hygiene is important from an early age. Learn how to structure your child’s bedtime routine to promote a healthy smile. Healthy Bedtime Routine: Brush, Book, Bed The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides parents with a clear messag ..read more
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The Importance of Baby Teeth: Setting the Foundation for Permanent Teeth
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by Sunshine Smiles
5M ago
Teeth play a critical role in helping us chew food, speak clearly, and smile confidently. While babies are not generally born with teeth, most children begin teething between six and eight months. By the time a child is 30 months old, all 20 primary teeth should have erupted. As a child grows, these baby teeth naturally fall out and the child’s permanent (adult) teeth take their place. It may seem like baby teeth are not important but in reality, they can have a direct impact on your child’s permanent teeth. Functions of Primary Teeth Baby teeth serve as placeholders for permanent teeth by sav ..read more
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Preparing Your Child for Their First Dental Visit: A Parent’s Guide
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by Sunshine Smiles
7M ago
Children go through many important milestones, from learning how to stand to getting their first tooth. While these “firsts” are always exciting, they can also be a little intimidating, such as your child’s first trip to the dentist. The CDC recommends scheduling your child’s first dental visit when their first tooth appears or by their first birthday. As this visit can be intimidating for young children, it’s important to take steps to prepare your child for what to expect. 1. Establish Good Oral Health Habits at Home Parents can help their children prepare for seeing a pediatric dentist in M ..read more
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Dental Checklist – Preparing Your Child for the New School Year  
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by blacktie
8M ago
With the coming school year, you want your child’s teeth to be healthy and look their best. At Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry Melbourne FL, we strive to provide your children with dental care and assistance to have healthy teeth and gums as they grow up. As a Brevard pediatric dentist, we care for children’s oral health from birth through their teenage years. By keeping the following tips in mind, you can ensure your children’s teeth are healthy and ready for the new school year. A Checklist For Healthy Teeth A New Toothbrush: You should replace your child’s toothbrush every three t ..read more
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Children’s Dental Emergencies
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by blacktie
9M ago
Despite our best efforts to protect our children from harm, accidents will happen. Whether it’s a chipped tooth or a toothache, it’s important to seek guidance from a reputable pediatric dentist. Melbourne, FL parents can have peace of mind knowing that an experienced Brevard pediatric dentist is just a phone call away. Learn more about children’s dental emergencies, what types of injuries require immediate attention, and what to do when a dental injury occurs. Common Children’s Dental Emergencies Children’s emergency dental visits are becoming more common. According to Seattle Children’s Hosp ..read more
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Helping Children’s Dental Anxiety
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by Sunshine Smiles
10M ago
Regular dental care is important for your child’s long-term health. As a pediatric dental office in Brevard, we strive to provide your child with a relaxing dental environment. However, children can still find the dentist scary. If your child is anxious about an upcoming dental visit, here are some ways our office can help to put them at ease. Three Ways We Help Your Child With Dental Anxiety Be Supportive: One of the best ways we put your child at ease is to be supportive. By being brave, calm, reassuring, and answering their questions your child becomes relaxed with the procedure and with y ..read more
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The Importance of Baby Teeth
Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
by Sunshine Smiles
11M ago
At Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry we strive to provide your child with the best in dental care! Sunshine Smiles has two pediatric dentists in the office that are board certified, which exemplifies our practitioner’s commitment to stay on top of the latest advances in patient care and continue to deliver the latest information to families.  Sunshine Smiles believes that to provide proper care for your child’s teeth it is important to be well-informed. Your child’s baby teeth, despite not being permanent, do serve several important purposes in your child’s overall dental health. The Im ..read more
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