Teeth Grinding in Children

Every child has a different experience when it comes to teeth grinding. While some kids don’t show symptoms, bruxism (or teeth grinding) can lead to chipped teeth or worn-down enamel. Some kids will develop headaches, earaches and in severe cases, jaw pain that makes it difficult to chew and even open their mouths.

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Adam Hansen
Tips for a Healthy Halloween

With Halloween right around the corner, we figured there was no better time than now to go over the best and worst candies for kids to eat when it comes to protecting their pearly white teeth! And while this year will look very different than past years when it comes to trick-or-treating and Halloween parties, the one thing that remains the same is the candy!

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Adam Hansen
Difference Between a Pediatric Dentist & Family Dentist

If you’re trying to decide between taking your child to a family dentist or a pediatric dentist– there’s a few different things to consider. You want to make sure your child’s teeth are cleaned and well cared for as well as ensuring that your child is comfortable with their dentist so they don’t dread coming back for their next 6-month check-up.

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Adam Hansen
Common Dental Emergencies & How To Treat Them

Oftentimes, when emergencies happen– they happen after hours. Whether your child fell and knocked out a tooth or they got hurt in a sporting accident, it’s important to know that when accidents happen– your child’s pediatric dentist is available to treat and offer relief as quickly as possible.

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Adam Hansen
Dental Flossing for Kids

As a pediatric dentist in Cache Valley, we get a lot of questions about flossing kid’s teeth. That includes: At what age should we start flossing their teeth? Does it matter to floss if they have large gaps between their teeth? We’ve also had a number of parents mention that their kids hate flossing and are looking for ways to make it fun.

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