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15JUL2016

5 Tips for Healthier Teeth This Summer!

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We all love summer vacation. The weather, the trips, the cookouts: It’s all great! But sometimes we might forget our healthy routines from the school year and slip in to some less than perfect habits. Here are five […]

15DEC2014

Weaning from the Pacifier or Thumb Habit

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Dr. Van Orenstein Board Certified Pediatric Dentist First of all, please know that you’re not alone. Attempting to wean from a pacifier, thumb, or other oral habit can be very challenging and frustrating. We are here to support you and to help give strategies or resources towards what can be a difficult task. This […]

31OCT2014

Helpful Candy Sorter: Avoid it vs. Best choices

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30OCT2014

What are the best foods for your teeth?

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You may have noticed that at each visit to our office we make it a point to discuss diet and recommend healthy choices. Prevention of dental disease helps create positive visits to the dentist and long term oral health. With Halloween about to arrive, let’s enjoy our holiday. Everyone should have the chance to celebrate a […]

24SEP2014

Can assisting your kids with tooth brushing help with academic achievement?

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And the answer is: Absolutely! According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, caries — the process which causes dental cavities — is the most common chronic disease of childhood in the US. By the time they enter kindergarten, 40% of children have had at least one cavity. Not only is it crucial […]