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March 27th, 2019
Dry mouth is not only uncomfortable and frustrating but can also be detrimental to your child’s oral health. It can be caused by a number of factors including diabetes, autoimmune disorders, mouth-breathing, or as the side…
March 11th, 2019
When we think about orthodontics, we often think about the desire for a straight, beautiful smile. And while this goal can be met through the use of orthodontic treatment, it can help you achieve even more than that. For…
February 25th, 2019
Your child’s wisdom teeth will begin to grow in around the late teenage years or early twenties. Wisdom teeth are typically the last set of teeth to grow in. If the wisdom teeth grow in improperly or misaligned, which is most…
February 11th, 2019
Many children hear the phrase “drink your milk and you’ll get strong bones,” and this statement is true! Getting the right amount of calcium at a young age is not only good for your child’s bones but also his or her teeth.…
January 28th, 2019
Parents can be quite sentimental when it comes to our children. The loss of their first tooth is no exception! Some parents keep their child’s baby teeth tucked away in plastic baggies, some keep them in special boxes, and…
January 14th, 2019
Yogurt is a superfood, not just for your child’s body, but for his or her dental health as well! Yogurt is more popular than ever for people who are trying to eat healthily and improve the way they eat. Several studies…
December 27th, 2018
Toothaches are a common symptom of dental disease and almost everyone will experience tooth pain at some point in their life. Toothaches are known for coming out of nowhere and being difficult to relieve. Here at Great…
December 11th, 2018
As a parent, you know that kids love snacks! You may also wonder what types of snacks are best for your child’s overall health and his or her teeth. While sugary snacks are sometimes unavoidable, there are also a variety of…
November 26th, 2018
The best way for you to help make sure your children have healthy, beautiful teeth is to teach them how to practice good oral hygiene. This includes brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily, and visiting the dentist…
November 9th, 2018
Pregnancy can be a busy and stressful time and you’re likely to already have a lengthy to-do list for your pregnancy. However, it’s important to add ‘dental checkup’ to that list as well. Having a dental cleaning and an exam…
October 22nd, 2018
Canker sores are always painful and irritating, but they can be even worse during orthodontic treatment. Braces can cause canker sores to take longer to heal and to feel even more painful than usual. Here at Great Outdoors…
October 22nd, 2018
Chronic bad breath can be embarrassing and isolating. While breath mints, sprays, and minty gum can mask the symptoms temporarily, as long as the root cause still exists, the bad breath will continue.
October 11th, 2018
At Great Outdoors Pediatric Dentistry, Halloween is one of our favorite holidays! From the costumes and the decorations to the tricks and treats, we love it all! However, we all know the damage that sugar can do to a child’s…
September 27th, 2018
For the same reasons that you take your child to see a pediatric doctor instead of a general doctor, you should be bringing your kids to a pediatric dentist instead of a general one. Choosing a pediatric dental office for…
September 17th, 2018
At Great Outdoors Pediatric dentistry, we know that many of our patients are currently undergoing orthodontic treatment or eventually will be. Orthodontic treatment can create more beautiful smiles, which can boost confidence…
