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Child lying down asleep, with thumb in their mouth

June 25, 2026/Children’s Health

How (and Why) To Help Your Child Stop Sucking Their Thumb

Thumb sucking is a normal part of early development, but over time, it can affect teeth, speech and habits

February 12, 2026/Children’s Health

Pulpotomy vs. Pulpectomy: What’s the Difference and Why Would Your Child Need One?

When baby teeth get damaged, these procedures can relieve pain and save space for adult teeth

Patient receiving a dental exam for a cleaning

February 12, 2026/Oral Health

How To Remove Plaque From Your Teeth

Daily oral hygiene goes a long way to keeping your mouth healthy and your smile bright

Dentist giving a child a dental exam/cleaning

February 12, 2026/Oral Health

When Do Kids Start Losing Their Teeth?

Most kids start losing baby teeth around age 6 — but there’s some wiggle room in the timeline

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Caregiver holding up pacifier and holding baby, who is reaching for the pacifier

January 1, 2026/Children’s Health

When Should Kids Stop Using Pacifiers?

Start weaning your toddler off daytime pacifier use by 12 months old to help prevent dental issues and speech delays

Person standing at bathroom sink at home, looking in bathroom mirrow, while brushing their teeth

May 15, 2025/Oral Health

Here’s Why You Gag While Brushing Your Teeth

You might have a sensitive gag reflex — but gagging while brushing can also be a result of certain medical conditions

April 30, 2025/Oral Health

How Often To Change Your Toothbrush

An old, worn toothbrush is a hazard to your teeth and gums and a breeding ground for germs and bacteria — replace it every three to four months at least

April 2, 2025/Oral Health

Are Tooth Gems Safe?

Tooth gems may be safe when your dentist applies them, but there are still risks

X-ray of teeth, with wisom teeth highlighted red, with dental tools on top of X-ray

January 29, 2025/Oral Health

Do Wisdom Teeth Have To Be Removed?

Extraction isn’t always necessary, but getting the ‘extra’ teeth out may limit future issues

Dental care provider holding tablet showing X-ray image, pointing out part of the

January 28, 2025/Oral Health

Does Mewing Work To Reshape Your Jaw?

Mewing is a tongue exercise that some believe can straighten teeth and sharpen jawlines (Spoiler alert: It can’t)

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