At Trade Winds Dental, we know that as many as one in 88 children today have some form of autism, a complex brain disorder that affects a child’s ability to communicate or form relationships, and makes a child appear distant, aloof, or detached from other people or surroundings. Autism varies… Read More…
A lot of changes occur in a woman’s body during pregnancy. Hormone fluctuations are responsible for many of those changes, including the need for additional attention to the teeth and gums. Women who are expecting are at an increased risk for oral health complications, including gingivitis and tooth decay, which… Read More…
Many parents worry that their children’s teeth are not falling out on time. A lot of concerned parents want to know: When will my child lose his or her first baby tooth? At what age should the last tooth fall out? Is there a specific order in which the teeth… Read More…
With children undergoing developmental dental changes and engaging in rough-and-tumble activities, dental emergencies can sometimes arise. If your child knocks out a tooth or experiences any type of oral discomfort, call Trade Winds Dental right away so we can provide you with a quick assessment and pain-free treatment. Before an… Read More…
Cheese, as our team at Trade Winds Dental will tell you, is one of the healthiest snacks for your child’s oral health. In addition to providing large amounts of much-needed calcium, cheese also helps fight cavities. Cheese helps stimulate the body’s salivary glands to clear your child’s mouth of debris… Read More…
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break down his or her teeth. Children are at high risk for tooth decay for a simple reason: many children and… Read More…
Have you ever observed your child to see if they breathe through their mouth instead of their nose? Mouth breathing in children, rather than nose breathing, can lead to various issues. Typically seen in children who suffer from allergies, mouth breathing can hinder the adequate intake of oxygen into their… Read More…
We know dental emergencies are never convenient nor timely. If you are a patient of record, we are committed to your dental health and are happy to see you. When your dental health is at risk, we will do everything we can to make sure that you’re treated as soon… Read More…
We would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year reminder that it’s about that time to schedule your family’s last visit of 2012 so that you can optimize your benefits! Now is the time to reserve you appointment… Read More…
With February being National Children’s Dental Health Month, our team at Trade Winds Dental thought we’d share a few good oral hygiene tips with our patients, courtesy of the American Dental Association, or ADA. • Teeth brushing techniques: It takes only two minutes to properly brush, using short, gentle strokes… Read More…