MARCH IS NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH
National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign in March created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics aimed toward educating and informing the public on how to make healthy …
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GIVE KIDS A SMILE DAY AT ALAMEDA PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY!
In celebration of National Children’s Dental Health Month, Alameda Pediatric Dentistry participated in the annual Give Kids a Smile event, a national initiative created in 2003 by the American …
FEBRUARY IS NATIONAL CHILDREN’S DENTAL MONTH
Did you know that dental decay is the most common childhood illness and the most easily preventable? In fact, cavities can have an even greater impact on children and …
WHY CHILDREN SHOULD SEE A PEDIATRIC DENTIST
There is a big difference between general dentists and pediatric dentists. While both go to dental school and learn how to perform standard procedures such as cleanings and exams, …
NEW YEARS RESOLUTION: GO TO THE DENTIST!
Afraid to go to the dentist? You’re not alone. Dentophobia, or fear of dentists, is a common phobia among people of all ages. It is sometimes related to iatrophobia, …
5 TOOTH-FRIENDLY STOCKING STUFFERS
Stocking stuffers are one of those things parents rarely spend a lot of time thinking about, and as a result, end up being holiday candies or silly trinkets bought …
THE TOOTH FAIRY VS. SANTA CLAUS
It’s that time of year when Santa gets all the attention. Not to get on Jolly Old St. Nick’s case – we all appreciate him for the elements of …
WHAT TO DO IF YOUR CHILD HAS A CAVITY
During the holiday season, eating and drinking sugary treats tend to be the norm. We try our best to limit the candy and cookies and make sure our kids …
HALLOWEEN CANDY AND BRACES
It’s that time of year again, the Halloween season, where kids seem to get endless amounts of candy and sweets. As parents of school-aged children, it is sometimes difficult …
DOES MY CHILD NEED BRACES?
One of the questions we often get asked is, “does my child need braces?” Well, that depends on a number of factors, but there are specific signs that your …