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When it comes to raising children, parents have a lot on their plates. In order to help parents prepare for their rigorous duties, we’ve outlined a few common dental emergencies, and how you can handle them. How to Handle Your Child’s Dental Emergency First, stay calm and assess the severity of your child’s injury. Any blow to […]

Oral health practices stretch back into early human history. Today, we look at how the ancient Egyptians took care of their teeth and discuss some of the contributions they’ve made to dental care. The First Dentist Oral care in Egypt dates back to 2000 B.C., and the ancient Egyptians were way ahead of their time in terms of oral

As a parent, you hate to see your child feeling anxious or worried. Unfortunately for about 10% of kids, visiting the dentist seems to go hand-in-hand with anxiety.  As a leading pediatric dentistry practice with locations in Brea, Corona, Covina, Riverside, Ontario, and Perris, California, Dental Kidz Club specializes in helping nervous kids — and

For as long as humans have been using tools, we’ve been cleaning our teeth! From toothbrushes made out of sticks, to dental floss made out of horse hair, we have always been mindful of our oral health. But what about mouthwash? When did we start swishing liquid around hoping for cleaner mouths? Ancient Roman Mouthwash

Each year, almost 25 million children in the United States will play youth sports, and 1 in 3 young athletes will suffer an accidental injury. Dental injuries account for nearly 20% of all sports related injuries. Did you know that your child is 60 times more likely to sustain damage to their teeth when they

Most parents know the importance of a proper oral health routine, and regular visits to the pediatric dentist. But, there are some silent tooth killers that parents need to recognize and avoid, to get their children a healthier smile. Chewing Ice Ice can be an awesome accompaniment to any drink, but to the surprise of many parents, it can also

A good night’s sleep is absolutely important for your children’s health and academic performance. Unfortunately, most teenagers do not get adequate sleep during the week. Here’s what parents need to now about teenager’s sleep patterns, and how they can help their children get the sleep they need to succeed. The Facts about Teen Sleep During adolescence, a

Life is busy, and sometimes families need to snack while away from home. But, you don’t have to sacrifice your oral health just because you’re snacking on the go. Here’s our favorite handy snacks for those eating away from home. Nuts Nuts are another handy snack that promote a healthy mouth. Nuts are rich in protein, which

As humans, we’re one of a handful of species to be blessed with opposable thumbs — and we certainly make good use of them. With your thumb, you can: Tie your shoes Use chopsticks (or forks, if you prefer) Give a thumbs-up to show approval Thumb your nose to show disdain Hitch a ride (although

People use their teeth in surprising – and sometimes destructive – ways. We’ve all used our teeth as tools at some point in our lives, but did you know that you can crack or fracture your teeth if you use them improperly? In fact, cracked and fractured teeth are the third leading cause of tooth