By Dr. Helen Chea (Pediatrician and mom of three) As a busy mom to little ones myself, I know it can feel overwhelming to sort through all the suggestions about…

Aaah refreshing water. It has no calories, no caffeine and no sugar. It also reduces your kids’ risk for tooth sensitivity and decay, making it the perfect drink for your…

PREGNANT OR PLANNING Oh Baby! Baby on the way. You can even begin protecting baby’s health before they’re here! Your oral health affects your baby’s overall health from the start…

The earlier you start, the easier it will be. That’s the bottom line when it comes to encouraging healthy habits in kids. That’s especially true for oral health. Healthy baby…

Schools and daycare are closed in most places right now. For a lot of parents, that means life is even more hectic than usual! But spending more time at home…

Pregnancy is a magical time where you’re absolutely glowing — except, you know, for the swollen ankles, morning sickness, constant aches… you get it. Tooth pain is yet another wonderful…

No one knows better than you how precious your little one’s smile is — and as their parent, no one can protect it like you either — but your dentist…

New moms learn one thing pretty quickly: kids love toys, and love putting them in their mouths, particularly when they are teething. Parents should keep this in mind and make…

We all know how important it is to keep your child’s teeth clean, but when brushing is the last thing between your fussy, tired toddler and bedtime, it can suddenly…

Don’t stand between a pregnant woman and her cravings. They are very real and can signify a nutritional deficiency that’s worth talking to a doctor about — some women crave…

Nothing beats brushing, flossing and healthy snacking for a healthy mouth, but dental sealants provide young teeth with some added insurance. Q: What are sealants? A: Sealants are thin protective…

One of the hallmarks of pregnancy is morning sickness. (We didn’t say it was the fun part.) Despite its name, morning sickness can strike any time of day…and does. Over…

Ah, hormones. When you’re pregnant, they can be blamed for lots of stuff. Like swollen gums. Pregnancy can cause this condition, also known as “pregnancy gingivitis.” It’s common — about…

A baby on the way or a new baby can make the rest of the world fade away. Between sheer joy and almost-round-the-clock baby care, mom self-care often takes a…

Soda can clean rust. Kool-aid can polish silver. Not a lot of people know that, but it can’t be great for our teeth, right? Non-cola drinks, sports drinks and energy…

Learn why from Dr. Karen Wells. You’ve read all the books, baby-proofed your home and heard lots of (solicited and unsolicited) advice from other moms, but did you know a…

Your baby’s smile can light up the room and your world.  When those first teeth pop through at around six months it’s a big milestone – for you and your…

Encourage healthy dental habits for lifelong bright smiles. 

Your oral health can affect your baby now…and later. Putting off dental care and necessary treatment could result in significant risk to you and your baby.

Healthy food and healthy eating habits are key to a healthy mouth. So is daily oral care. Visually checking your child’s teeth is also important. This should be done every…

Get the first screening by first birthday. If you didn’t know that babies need an oral screening by age one, you’re not alone. There are so many things to remember…

There’s a lot to do when you have a new baby, and protecting your child’s oral health should be high on the priority list. Below are some easy tips to…