Dental Discoveries: What Your Child’s Dentist Looks For During Regular Checkups  

March 28, 2025

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little girl undergoing a dental checkup

Cavities are not the only thing dentists are looking for when looking at young smiles. Although they remain at the top of the list of common oral health problems among children and adults, other aspects of dental care require just as much attention. As you think about your child’s next dental checkup, you may wonder what else their dentist is checking for. Keep reading to find out.

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As If Your Kid’s Teeth Don’t Have Enough Problems: A New Bacteria Helps Cause Tooth Decay

March 13, 2025

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Bacteria

The human body is host to vast populations of residential bacteria, and many of them do a lot of good for your health in ways like helping digest food and discouraging the growth of harmful germs. However, every bunch has a few bad apples, and some of your oral bacteria can cause harm through infections like gum disease and tooth decay. Here’s a brief guide to how a newly discovered germ may assist in the formation of cavities and how you can protect your children’s teeth.

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