Have you heard of Xylitol before? It is a sugar-alcohol that is used for sweetness but does not cause cavities! In fact, it can help reduce your chances of cavities. Can you imagine eating sweet candy, gum and mints, and it actually helps your mouth?! One that we often mention in our office are Dr. …

Here are some fun floss picks to try. Outside of your pick having floss on it, the other factors are size, shape and color. Choose whatever makes you happy and allows you to place it in between your teeth. https://amzn.to/3OIHJ9f Another fun option if you like spicy is cinnamon! If you have sensitive gums though, …

Having braces can make flossing a little harder! Luckily there are some different floss types to help. Using a “floss threader” to get actual string floss in between the teeth is an effective way to floss. The string floss can scrub in between the teeth the best. Floss threader: https://amzn.to/41nOoNM Using the threader however can …

The Nip It elbow brace is one option to help your little one stop sucking their thumb or fingers. It prevents them being able to bring up their hand to their mouth. It will take some consistency and patience on parents’ end but hang in there! Purchase it on Amazon with the link below: https://amzn.to/3ZkzvsF

Really young kids often have a hard time staying open for parents to brush their teeth properly. One trick is to have two toothbrushes, put one toothbrush in, and when they are biting on that one, you can often sneak in a second toothbrush and brush the other side. Then, switch! We sometimes have to …

Seeing two rows of teeth in your little one’s mouth, can be a common phenomenon called “shark teeth” since sharks also get rows of teeth. In most cases, the newly erupting adult teeth will continue to push out the baby teeth. Encourage your child to wiggle the baby tooth and monitor its progression. If the …

I’M FOUR! (Say it in a kids voice!) Happy anniversary to Beach House Pediatric Dentistry! What a privilege it has been to take care of the kids in our community. Thank you to all the families that trust us to care for their little ones, it has been a dream! While our office is 4, …

Does your child have a hard time with toothpaste flavors? Is going to the pediatric dentist hard for your child due to the texture or flavor of the toothpaste AT the dentist office? Try bringing your own toothpaste from home. We can start your child’s teeth cleaning with their own toothpaste so they can get …

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTOne of the biggest contributors to cavity formation are processed white flour foods like GOLDFISH crackers…Other hidden accomplices are Cheez-its, graham crackers, and Oreos!..These types of foods get sticky in the teeth and remain for a long time, allowing the cavity causing bacteria to process them, make acid and ruin our teeth. It’s …

Patients with wrongly positioned or mis-shaped teeth can comfortably straighten their teeth and adjust their bite with the help of good orthodontic treatment. At our practice, we work closely with several local orthodontists to ensure proper growth and development for your child. What is Orthodontics? Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that treats malocclusion, a …