Most experts agree that it’s normal and even healthy for your baby to use a pacifier or suck their thumbs while they’re still infants. In fact, more than three-quarters of infants engage in thumbsucking during the first year of life. They usually do this when they’re...
If you have a newborn at home, you have a lot to think about. You might be wondering when her baby teeth are going to start coming in, and when you can expect her to start showing signs of teething. Although your baby’s primary teeth (baby teeth) can start showing...
If you have a newborn at home, you have a lot to think about. You want to make sure that your baby’s happy and healthy as she develops and you might be wondering about her baby teeth; when they’re going to start coming in and what to do about her teething symptoms....
Over the past few years, people have started to think more about where the food on their dining table comes from, and have pushed for shopping and eating as locally as possible. Some studies suggest that locally grown and organic foods have more nutrients than...
So you’re a new parent, and there’s a lot to think about as far as what happens next for you and your baby. One of the first big milestones is the appearance of that very first tooth. Many parents wonder: When will my baby get a tooth? The truth is, every child is...
Are you a new parent and wondering when and where you should take your child to see the dentist for the first time? Your Arizona pediatric dentist is here to answer your questions! The biggest difference between a pediatric dentist and your family dentist is that on...
Spring is upon us and this year, the Easter Bunny is sore to hit several spots across the valley. Here’s a list of our favorite places to hunt: Shamrock Farms Join the farm the weekend of March 28 & 29 for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Tour. The Easter Egg...
It goes without saying that we live in a dry climate in Arizona, and living here requires us to take extra care to protect ourselves from the elements. On top of feeling the effects of the sun on our skin, we can also experience it on our lips. In fact, your lips are...
Do you have a young athlete in the family dreaming of NCAA glory? Don’t forget this crucial piece of equipment to keep their teeth safe while they chase their hoop dreams. Who Needs a Mouthguard? Mouth guards should be used by anyone—both children and adults—who play...
In celebration of February being Black History Month that honors the historic leaders of the African-American community, we’ve found a few youths who will go down in history as the next generation of leaders. Here is a glimpse into what three African-American youths...