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Signs A Labial Frenectomy Is Needed

What is a Frenum? A frenum is a fold of skin or a mucous membrane passing from a more fixed to a movable part, serving to limit or control the movement of an organ or body part. Oral frena connect the tongue to the floor of the mouth and the lips to gums. When these connections are too tight, short,…

myKIDSddsAugust 12, 2019

orthodontist

Find The Best Orthodontist In Your Area

Finding an orthodontist, or any healthcare provider for that matter can be tricky. These are a few topics to consider during your search, that will hopefully help guide you on the journey of finding an orthodontist who fits your and/or your children’s individual needs. Get recommendations. Start by asking your dentist, family and/or friends, but be certain to ask why…

myKIDSddsJuly 22, 2019

pediatric-dentist

Toothpaste Kids Like and We Recommend

What kind of toothpaste is best for my child? This is a great question we hear multiple times a day so we thought it would be helpful to provide a run-through of our top-rated kinds of toothpaste. This list was curated by our pediatric dentists, hygienists and the awesome patients we serve. Tom’s of Maine Tom’s of Maine is an…

myKIDSddsJuly 11, 2019

pediatric-dentist

Brushing Teeth: How To Make It Fun!

Most parents know it’s important to teach good oral hygiene habits to their kids. Tooth decay is common in children, especially those under the age of five, which is one of the reasons we place such an emphasis on creating a routine for brushing (2 min, 2x a day) and visiting a pediatric dentist (every six months). However, knowing your little…

myKIDSddsMay 23, 2019

orthodontist

Child, Teen, & Adult Ortho In One Location!

Did you know that orthodontists at myKIDSdds treat children, teenagers, and adults? It’s a common misconception that we only work on the little ones, especially since our office combines Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. However, our orthodontic team loves working with patients of all ages. We often have parents that find it incredibly convenient to coordinate their orthodontic appointments with their kids’ cleanings…

myKIDSddsApril 10, 2019

pediatric-dentist

Best Tips To Get Kids To Brush Their Teeth

This story may sound all too familiar. It’s 6:55 pm and you’re trying to rein all of your kids in the bathroom to brush their teeth before bed. One starts crying while the other runs into another room far away from the toothbrush. You’re pleading with your youngest to hold still so you can try to brush at least some…

myKIDSddsFebruary 26, 2019