New Soft Chews Product Shown to Protect Children’s Enamel
Ortek Therapeutics, Inc. announced today that new data shows the effects of a novel sugar free chocolate soft chew in helping maintain enamel health in … more
pediatric dentistry
Teeth Grinding May Be a Sign of Bullying Problems
An oral health charity said parents and schools should be aware of the problem, which can also affect adults who are stressed and anxious. Teeth-grinding … more
The Lollipop Comparison – A DEXIS Pediatric Technique
Many procedures we perform in dentistry that involve children often require us to prepare the child verbally and mentally in order to be successful. Much … more
Breastfeeding Over Two Years Could Lead to Pediatric Dental Caries
According to a latest study published last Friday in the Journal Pediatrics, children who are breastfed for over two years are more likely to develop caries … more
NuSmile Introduces BioCem to Canada
NuSmile Ltd., the worldwide leader in pediatric esthetic restorative dentistry, announced today that its BioCem® Universal BioActive Cement will be available in Canada beginning in … more
Healthy California Toddler Dies After Routine Dental Visit
Three-year-old Daleyza Hernandez-Avila recently visited a surgical center in Stockton for what was supposed to be a routine dental procedure. But on the June 12 … more
NuSmile NeoMTA Adds Extra Scoop for Extra Economy
NuSmile Ltd., the worldwide leader in pediatric esthetic restorative dentistry, announced today that its NuSmile NeoMTA® now comes with a 0.05 gram scoop in addition … more
Professional Athletes and Henry Schein Go To Bat for Healthier Children
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced that for the fifth straight year, it is joining forces with the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society® (PBATS) … more
Canadians Looking at Dental Care Coverage for All Youth
The New Democrats are looking to address a little unfinished business. NDP Leader Gary Burrill announced Monday that if his party wins the provincial election at … more
Backlog of Pediatric Dental Surgeries Continues to Grow
Children are suffering, and there’s nothing they can do — that’s the message from a group of East Tennessee dentists this week. The group, headed … more
Nova Scotia Children Facing Poor Dental Care, Treatment
A new report says 36 per cent of Nova Scotia children have cavities by the age of six due in part to a lack of … more
Children with Type 2 Diabetes Proven to Have Poorer Oral Health
The first study of oral health in children with Type 2 diabetes, including those who are obese, has found that these children tend to have … more
Data Shows Numbers on Tooth Extractions for Children Increasing
The Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons has obtained and published data which show a shocking 24 per cent rise in … more
Pre-orthodontic Intervention for Pediatric Sleep Disordered Breathing: A (R)evolutionary Solution to a Modern Problem
Malocclusion (HM) is a rising public health epidemic that is seen mainly within industrialized/industrializing cultures. To date, there is no published evidence that malocclusion had … more
Growth Guidance
As parents, we absolutely want what is best for our children in every way. Many parents are well aware of the specific milestones that our … more
Health Smiles Ontario Serving Dental Care to 85,000 Children
You’ve heard it before, and you’ll hear it again: you have to take care of your teeth and see your dentist. But, if you don’t … more
Early Dental Visits for Toddlers Isn’t Necessarily Beneficial
Heading to the dentist as an infant or toddler doesn’t do much to prevent tooth decay later on but does cost more money, suggests a … more
Storybooks Help Children with Autism Prep for the Dentist
The Oral Health Foundation is backing the use of children’s storybooks with dental narratives following a new study which has shown they can be a … more
Home Remedies for Digestive Issues May Lead to Dental Caries
Constipation and dental caries may sound like strange bedfellows, but there is a connection. Seventeen to 40% of children experience constipation. Symptoms such as painful … more
JADA Study Shows Impact of Dental Benefits on Children’s Dental Needs
A report in the February issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) shows that dental benefits play a significant role in meeting … more