Smile! It’s Time for Arts & Crafts!

January 17th, 2024

If you have a child who loves arts and crafts, try some of these creative projects with a dental twist. One of these activities is sure to give your child something to smile about! Toothbrush Art Why throw away that used toothbrush when you can help your young child make art with it? Give it…
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Considerations When Picking the Right Mouthwash

January 10th, 2024

A solid oral health routine begins with daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Without a consistent oral health regimen, you may begin to experience tooth decay and bacterial infections. Few patients ask Dr. Wrathall and Dr. Uggeri about different mouthwash options, so we’ve put together a list of the conditions that mouthwashes can treat. This should…
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What are dental sealants, who should get them, and how long do they last?

January 3rd, 2024

Dental sealants are an excellent way to protect children’s teeth from tooth decay by coating them with a thin plastic material. Their teeth look and feel like normal, but they are protected from plaque build-up and decay early on. Dr. Wrathall and Dr. Uggeri and our staff recommend sealants as a preventive measure for children…
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My child is getting blood blisters; is this normal?

December 20th, 2023

Thanks for the question. The “blisters” you are referring to are actually a normal part of losing baby teeth. Sometimes when teeth start to come through, children experience some bleeding under the skin, which typically causes small blisters or bruises on your child’s gums. The blisters, bluish in color, will disappear once the tooth comes…
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