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Should Children Use Mouthwash And At What Age?
Should Children Use Mouthwash and At What Age? With so many different mouthwashes available it’s difficult to know which one is best for your children to use. Although you can introduce your child to toothpastes like My First Colgate™ from infancy, however, it is typically recommended that you wait to introduce them to mouthwash until 6 years of age. Mouthwash should be spit out, just l...

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Your 2016 Dental Insurance Benefits Will Expire
Dental Insurance Benefits: Use Them or Lose Them Fall is one of the busiest times of the year for many of us. Children and parents are still adjusting to the new school year, fall sport seasons are winding down and everyone is preparing for Thanksgiving, the holidays and end of the year celebrations. Not to mention mom and dad are still working hard providing for the families. With all this ...

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How Much Toothpaste Do You Really Need?
Gainesville Pediatric Dentist Answers - How Much Toothpaste Do You Really Need? In an effort to sell more toothpaste, ads often feature globs of toothpaste spread across the bristles of a toothbrush. While this might seem like the proper amount to use, too much toothpaste can actually do more harm than good. With about 60% of U.S. children expected to suffer from tooth decay by age five, it’s...

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Gum Disease and Your Child
At Smilez Pediatric Dental Group, we know that unfortunately, gum disease can exist in your child’s mouth without you even knowing. In fact, your child may be suffering from the beginning stages of periodontal (gum) disease without noticing any pain or discomfort. Since gum disease can be undetectable, it’s critical to watch for the warning signs in order to prevent the disease from growing wo...

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Children’s Dental Health Month
Now that Children's Dental Health Month is coming to a close, Smilez Pediatric Dental Group made a presentation at the Carousel Child Development Center in Manassas VA!...