How to Prevent Baby Bottle Syndrome

Baby bottle syndrome is a condition that occurs when children are given a bottle as a sleep aid and tooth decay commences as a result of the pooling of liquid in the child’s mouth. Luckily, there are many ways in which this condition can be prevented so your child will have a higher likelihood having a healthy smile as they... read more »

Toothbrushes Through the Ages

Have you ever wondered how our beloved toothbrush came to be? Our pediatric dentist and team are happy to briefly go over the history of the toothbrush with you. The Ancient Toothbrush People have been making tools to clean their teeth since ancient times. Around 3500 to 3000 BC, the Egyptians and Babylonians used a twig with a frayed end... read more »

Toothpaste: A History

Where did toothpaste come from? How long have people been using it to clean their smile? Our pediatric dentist and team would love to enlighten you on the history of toothpaste. Around 5000 BC, the Egyptians began using a paste to clean their teeth. This was before any form of toothbrush had been invented. Those in Ancient Greek and Rome... read more »