Sentences with phrase «dental habits for»

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When Fogg decided he really needed to get with the flossing program, for instance, he didn't waste time berating himself for having the dental hygiene habits of a child.

Another reason for dental caries in bottle fed milk is the habit of slow nursing in some babies.

To set baby up for a lifetime of good dental habits and healthy pearly whites, make brushing fun and interactive.

While children with prolonged and constant sucking habits (whether on a finger or a pacifier) may have problems with their upper front teeth coming in properly, pediatric dentists suggest that for most children pacifier use won't cause any dental problems until the permanent teeth come in — usually around age 4 to 6.

Some dental malocclusions have been found more commonly among pacifier users than nonusers, but the differences generally disappeared after pacifier cessation.284 In its policy statement on oral habits, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry states that nonnutritive sucking behaviors (ie, fingers or pacifiers) are considered normal for infants and young children and that, in general, sucking habits in children to the age of 3 years are unlikely to cause any long - term problems.285 There is an approximate 1.2 - to 2-fold increased risk of otitis media associated with pacifier use, particularly between 2 and 3 years of age.286, 287 The incidence of otitis media is generally lower in the first year of life, especially the first 6 months, when the risk of SIDS is the highest.288, — , 293 However, pacifier use, once established, may persist beyond 6 months, thus increasing the risk of otitis media.

For kids, developing good dental habits early on is essential.

For example, we discuss diet and nutrition of young children and infants, dental trauma, growth and development, oral hygiene practices, non-nutritive sucking habits, and of course, we also check to ensure there are no cavities present.

Our experienced pediatric dentists offer complete dental care for children and young adults, providing a wide range of services and helping children learn good oral habits early on.

«Her eating habits were bad, she hadn't had regular dental appointments for a while, and she wasn't taking her medication regularly,» says Kowalchuk, who is 66 and retired.

Whether you need our expertise on behavior issues, dental health, nutrition programs, senior needs or just have a few questions about that «funny smell» or strange new habit your pet may have developed, our team of veterinary professionals can get you and your pet on the right track for health.

Unfortunately, many pet owners don't make it a habit of providing good dental hygiene for their pets, too.

Watch your pet for any signs of dental disease including yellow - brown crust on the teeth, inflamed gums, any change in chewing or eating habits.

Our experienced pediatric dentists offer complete dental care for children and young adults, providing a wide range of services and helping children learn good oral habits early on.

Our experienced pediatric dentists offer complete dental care for children and young adults, providing a wide range of services and helping children learn good oral habits early on.

Our experienced pediatric dentists offer complete dental care for children and young adults, providing a wide range of services and helping children learn good oral habits early on.