How’s your Spring Cleaning coming? It’s that time of year when we begin to do our Spring Cleaning. So, this year don’t forget to set your appointments to have your childrens teeth cleaned. There’s nothing better than Healthy Pearly Whites. Let Dr. Anderson help you with this years Spring Cleaning!

When Should I Take My Child for their 1st Dental Visit? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends infants have an oral evaluation within 6 months of the eruption of their first tooth, or by age 12 months of age. Having a dental home includes taking your child to a dentist by age 1 for an oral evaluation, having an examination that includes x-rays and cleaning and fluoride every 6 months or as your dentist recommends.  The...

We would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! With 2011 about to come to a close, we reflect on all the wonderful people we have  the pleasure of knowing during the past year.  We appreciate the confidence you have expressed in Dr. Anderson and Pediatric Dental & Orthodontics by being our friends and patients.   We look forward to seeing you during this next year, and we wish for everyone to have a great 2012!

QuesTioNs For A SLiGhtlY TWisTed MiND Children love jokes.  Here are a few of our favorites. What do you call a boomerang that doesn’t work? A stick Where do you find a dog with no legs? Right where you left him How do you catch a unique rabbit? Unique up on it How do you catch a tame rabbit? Tame way, unique up on it Have a great day!

Are there days when your child forgets or doesn’t have time to brush? Are there days when you forget or don’t have time to help your child brush? The bacteria (germs) that produce acid can build up as plaque in your child’s mouth within 24 hours.  Children need to brush their teeth to remove plaque every day to reduce the bacteria’s ability to cause decay.  It’s best if they brush at least twice a day (once in the...

10 Tips to make you SMILE!! Brush your teeth at least twice each day, or after each meal. Pay special attention to brushing along the gum line. Floss your teeth once every day. Change your toothbrush at least every three months. Avoid sugary foods.  If you eat sweets, brush afterwards. Don’t smoke.  Tobacco raises the risk of gum disease and oral cancer. See your dentist twice a year. Report tooth or gum pain to your dentist...