Episode 3 Protagonist: Orange essential oil Boom booom bombastic!✨✨✨✨ Going back to the essential oils I wrote few months ago, I would like to introduce you to this MUST HAVE esential oil. Anxiety is a common problem for parents with children when going to the dentist. This feeling is often associated with an uncertain psychologicalContinue reading “Pick of the week 3!”
Category Archives: Pediatric dentistry
The mouth breathing game
Since this topic popped in my head I started checking on people’s lips position as I have never had done before (it doesn’t apply for nights out!), especially with kids in the dental practice. It is amazing how many negative implications this causes in kids’ and adults’ lives, and I want to take action andContinue reading “The mouth breathing game”
Thumbsucking non-stop!
From the moment they first discover their fingers and toes (consciously or not), many babies have a fascination with sucking their thumbs! Thumbsucking is a natural reflex for children. Sucking on thumbs, fingers, pacifiers, or other objects may make babies feel secure and happy and help them learn about their world. Young children may also suckContinue reading “Thumbsucking non-stop!”
An early little trip to the dentist
Whether kids have a full set of teeth or just a few popping through, it is important to keep their tiny teeth and gums healthy. Most dentists recommend beginning your child’s regular dental visit around their first birthday. Don’t worry if your child is a bit older, it’s never too late! Besides making sure theirContinue reading “An early little trip to the dentist”
The oral benefits of breastfeeding
Madonna Litta – one of my favourite paintings by Da Vinci. How can you not get goosebumps while watching Maria hold Jesus, tightly, to her chest? I think the whole flurry of opinions on social media which seeks to trivialise the feeding of a baby, turns to dust when observing this painting – how muchContinue reading “The oral benefits of breastfeeding”
Sealing out cavities is better than filling them!
Could you remember the first film you watched? Mine was the Lion King (Oh, I must get my ID from the floor!) and what a delight was watch their stunning show at the Lyceum Theatre few years back. I do also remember when I had my set of fissure sealants done. My parents knew nothingContinue reading “Sealing out cavities is better than filling them!”
How to choose the right toothpaste
This can be as difficult as choosing Mrs or Mr Right – the good news is that you do not have to marry only one branded toothpaste! Changing brands does not mean cheating at all. This is an open relationship, and over the next few minutes I will show you the secret to dating theContinue reading “How to choose the right toothpaste”
3 simple steps to brush the unbrushable
Will you believe that brushing teeth ranks 8th in the top hardest things to teach kids? PACEY has revealed this information according to a survey of 2,000 parents across the UK. Why? We must praise kindness and caring as important values at the early age. Us dentists and parents must lead by example. Kids areContinue reading “3 simple steps to brush the unbrushable”
How can I choose the right toothbrush for my kids?
Most parents at the dental surgery struggle choosing the right toothbrush. It is indeed a difficult decision!
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