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Beware of … Bottled Water?
Tap water is readily available, and it’s free. In addition, the water that flows from public fountains and your kitchen sink doesn’t require the use of plastic bottles that take millions of gallons of...
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Top 5 Halloween Candies to Avoid
Every year on Halloween, the kiddies go door to door for treats and the big pile of candy that ends up at home seems like one big trick. Our advice – don’t let the candy binge last. Chewing lots and...
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3 Ways to Sneak the Veggies In
Among their many benefits, vegetables are important for healthy teeth. But how do you get your kids to eat them? Sometimes, convincing doesn’t work, but tricking does. When simply saying “eat your...
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The Taxing Effects of Sugar in Soda
Richmond, California was the first city in the state to place a soda tax on the ballot. El Monte in southern California soon followed with a similar levy. Both Measures N and H failed to pass, but...
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5 Ways to Get Kids Brushing with the Help of Electronics
Kids today know the difference between Android or iPhone, have a social media page for grandma and grandpa to see, and already rely on a go-to app or two that mom and dad approve of. Even the most...
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10 Oral Health Tips for Babies Under One Year
Photo: Chrisbwah, Wikipedia Commons The lifelong journey of dental prevention and oral health begins from the moment your baby is born. When your little one is less than a year old and you can easily...
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7 Signs Your Kids Can Brush Their Own Teeth
You have been a trooper, brushing the kids’ teeth every morning and night or looking over their shoulders to make sure they do it properly. Is it time to let them take full responsibility? When do you...
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Infants on Formula at Risk of Developing Fluorosis?
Dental fluorosis commonly appears as faint, white flecks or spots with frosty edges that are difficult to see. Fluorosis is linked to fluoride intake by children under the age of 9, including infants...
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Give Kids a Smile Day
On Saturday, March 23, Alameda Pediatric Dentistry’s doctors and staff were hard at work to Give Kids a Smile. While most dental offices were closed for the weekend, Drs. Ngo, Katheria, and Shaffer and...
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The Eroding Effects of Sour Candy on Kids’ Teeth
The candy we see on the shelves today isn’t what it used to be. Sour candy, for one, has evolved into more than just a sugary treat, but a game, one that marketing companies are targeting specifically...
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Dentistry Team Makes a Difference in the Philippines
Many children in the remote villages of developing countries would not have access to dental care without the support of Kids International Dental Services (KIDS), which provides a platform for young...
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4 Surprising Facts about Soda
With school out, summer is a critical time to stay on top of what the kids are doing and drinking. The majority of U.S. teens drink soda every day, and the habit is leading to some pretty major...
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How Does a Cavity Form?
Most kids know that eating lots of candy can cause cavities. But how? Cavities take time to develop. Help your kids learn about how cavities form, and use this knowledge to keep those awful cavities...
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Battle of the Beverages: Which is Healthier – Juice or Soda?
When opting for a healthier beverage for their kids, most parents will reach for the OJ versus Dr Pepper any day. After all, if it comes from a fruit, then it MUST be healthy – right? Not necessarily....
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