Kidz & Family Dental Center Blog

National Orthodontic Health Month National Orthodontic Health Month is observed each October as a reminder of the importance of orthodontic health and proper oral care. The month highlights how orthodontic treatment can address alignment and bite concerns while helping patients maintain healthy teeth and gums throughout treatment and beyond. What Is National Orthodontic Health Month? National Orthodontic Health Month is a time to raise awareness about orthodontic care and the role it can play in ...

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Your Child Should See the Dentist Before School Starts A new school year brings new routines, activities, and responsibilities for children and parents. Adding back to school dental checkups to your child's preparation can help ensure their teeth and gums are healthy before the classroom schedule gets busy. A dental visit before school starts gives your dental team an opportunity to identify concerns early, provide preventive care, and help your child begin the year ...

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Why Your Retainer Matters During Summer Break Summer break is a time for vacations, camps, sports, and spending more time outdoors, but it is also important to stay consistent with your orthodontic routine. A retainer in summer plays an essential role in protecting your smile after braces or Invisalign treatment by preventing teeth from shifting back into their previous positions. A retainer helps maintain the results of orthodontic treatment by keeping your teeth properly aligned ...

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Watching your child's teeth grow and change is an exciting part of development, but many parents wonder what to expect and when. Understanding how teeth develop from infancy through the teenage years can help you support healthy oral habits and recognize when it's time to schedule a dental evaluation. From the appearance of baby teeth to the arrival of permanent teeth, tooth development follows a fairly predictable timeline. Knowing the milestones associated with ...

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