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Sunshine & Smiles: Why Lip and Gum Care Matters in the Summer

June 27th, 2025

You’ve packed the sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hats—but are you protecting your child’s lips and gums from the summer sun? While we focus on shielding skin from UV rays, the sensitive skin on the lips and the soft tissue of the gums are often forgotten. Here's why they need just as much TLC! The Risk…
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Don’t Let Cavities Crash the Summer Fun: Why Nighttime Brushing Still Matters

June 20th, 2025

School's out, the sun stays up longer, and routines tend to relax—but one thing shouldn’t take a vacation: brushing before bed! With sugary summer treats and shifting bedtimes, skipping that nighttime brush can set your child up for unwanted cavities. What Happens When They Skip Brushing? When kids eat sweet snacks like popsicles, marshmallows, and…
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Whitening Toothpaste for Kids: Helpful or Harmful?

June 13th, 2025

As kids become more aware of their appearance, especially with photos, school events, and social media, many start asking about whiter teeth. Parents may wonder: can whitening toothpaste help? Should kids use it? The short answer: not yet! Whitening Toothpaste: What It Actually Does Most adult whitening toothpastes don’t “bleach” teeth—they use mild abrasives to…
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Does Your Child Grind Their Teeth in the Summer?

June 6th, 2025

With all the fun and freedom that comes with summer, it’s easy to overlook subtle signs of stress or sleep disruption in kids. But if you’ve noticed your child grinding their teeth at night—or clenching during the day—it might be more common than you think. This habit, called bruxism, can sometimes increase during seasonal changes…
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