Labor Day Weekend Guide!

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For most people, Labor Day symbolizes end of summer, the one last hurrah before kids are back in school and full time work has resumed. 

If you and your family are looking for a way to celebrate this weekend, check out some of these events around Long Island, courtesy of LongIsland.com's Labor Day Guide:

Huntington Lighthouse Music Festival FREE

Gold Star Battalion Beach, Huntington, NY 11743

631-421-1985

Saturday, August 31st - 11 am

The Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society presents the 6th Annual Music Fest - the only music festival held on top of a working lighthouse in the middle of the sound and enjoy free and live performances with a musical variety from reggae to jazz and even rock. Spectators arrive in boats and yachts and other modes of water transportation from all over the tri-state area come to participate. Rain date is September 1st.

Labor Day Street Fair in Ronkonkoma

Hawkins Ave from Portion Rd to Wittridge Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

631-963-2796

Sunday, September 1st - 11 am to 6 pm 

The Ronkonkoma Chamber of Commerce presents its 8th Annual Street Fair with hundreds of vendors, arts and crafts, and children’s rides, live music and entertainment, food, drinks and meet local business owners. Rain or shine! 

Seaford Festival FREE

Seaford Railroad Station, Merrick Road, Seaford, NY 11783

631-724-5966

Saturday, August 31st - Monday, September 2nd - 11 am to 6 pm

Spend the whole weekend at the Seaford Festival featuring merchandise and food vendors, arts and crafts and great gift items. Handicapped access is available. Come rain or shine!

American Airpower Museum Labor Day Event

1230 New Highway, Farmingdale, NY 11735

631-293-6398

Friday, August 30th - Monday, September 2nd

 Spend Labor Day weekend at the American Airpower Museum for a show of all operational museum aircraft plus visiting aircraft. Call for more information.

6th Annual Craft & Gift Fair: Eisenhower Park FREE

Stewart Ave and Merrick Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554

516-442-6000

Saturday, August 31st - Sunday, September 1st - 10 am to 5 pm

Come interact and buy goods directly from emerging and established artisans as well as high quality craft, gift and service vendors who are offering their goods at affordable prices. Admission and parking is free at Field 8.

Are you planning to attend any fun events or activities? Share with us on our Facebook page!

How To Care For Your Teeth When You're Expecting

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Did you know that you could be doing more for your child's health by making sure to take care of your own teeth? In fact, good oral hygiene is incredibly important to expecting mothers.  When a woman learns she’s pregnant, one of the first things she should do is make an appointment with her Dentist.  You may not realize, but your gums are deeply connected to your overall health.

Did you know that Periodontal Disease has been linked to premature labor and low-birth-weight infants?  It’s a scary thought but when you think about it, it makes perfect sense.  The bacteria that accumulate in your gums when they’re in an unhealthy state can travel to your blood stream and cause problems for an expecting mother.  The National Institute of Health defines Periodontitis as“a destructive inflammatory disease of the supporting tissues of the teeth and is caused by specific microorganisms or group of specific microorganisms. “  These microorganisms or bacteria can travel from your gums to the fetus and causes infections.  When this occurs, mothers are more vulnerable to preterm birth and low birth weight babies. 

So, if you’re expecting, make sure you check in with your Dentist.  Pediatric Dental Care starts with healthy moms! 

To book your child’s next dental appointment, contact us today !

For more information on how to care for your teeth when pregnant, check out this great infographic below, courtesy of Rusnak Dentistry: 

School Themed Snacks For Kids!

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Get your kids excited to go back to school! Thanks to Pinterest, we’ve found some great School Themed snacks your kids are sure to love - and bonus, they're good for your teeth!

Have a little one at home? You’ve most likely read The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. CuteFoodForKids uses Babybel cheese and green apple slices to create this snack!

After school treat to go with the homework – these pencil snacks from Spoonful use cheese sticks, bologna, mustard, Bugles, and raisins.

First day of school breakfast – apple waffles! This Super Mom combined grated apple pieces with waffle batter and red food coloring!

A cheese bus! Perfect for the child who takes the bus to and from school. Monkey See uses cheese, apples, raisins, and olives.

Do you have any of your own school themed snacks? Share your recipes and photos on our Facebook page!

Back to School Checklist

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The time is nearly here for those three words your kids dread... Back to School. So while they finish up their summer reading and prepare for homework and art projects – it’s about time you, parents, do some homework of your own.

Whether it’s your child’s first time at school or they’re returning to the high school’s hallways, good health and academic success begin at home. It’s important as a parent, to make sure there are no obstacles in your child’s way that could hurt their ability to thrive academically and socially.

So in preparation, here is a checklist for kicking off the school year on the right foot:

• Sleep: No more summer late nights, it’s time for your kids to adjust back into a normal sleeping routine. 
• Healthy Lunches: Though it may be easier to opt for prepackaged lunches, you can always make a few swaps for tasty and tooth friendly options. Whole wheat vs. white bread, water or flavored water vs. sodas, fruits and vegetables vs. sugary snacks.  
• Exercise: Make exercising a habit! Exercise is important for any age to keep fit and prevent chronic diseases. It is also proven to improve sleep, reduce stress, and improve concentration – all of which your child needs to succeed in school.
• Backpacks: Backpack weight is an increasing problem every year. A backpack should weigh no more than 10% of his or her body weight. Make sure the backpack doesn’t hang more than 4 inches below the waistline and encourage your child the wear both shoulder straps vs. one. 
• Stress: Stress is a normal part of life, but too much stress or stress that lasts too long can lead to problems (headaches, nauseous, trouble sleeping, etc.) Make sure your child knows they can talk to you, teach them time management techniques and help them unwind with a hobby.

Lastly, make sure your child’s dental health is on the right track and schedule a Back to School appointment with us! Dental problems are not as easy to spot in kids from parents and teachers. This is why it’s important for your child to have their regular checkups. 

Contact us at any of our locations to schedule your child’s Back to School appointment today!

 

CELEBRATE YOUR RIGHT TO BE LEFT

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Happy International Left-Handers Day! 

Here’s a fun fact: August 13th is International Left-Handers Day, an event celebrated worldwide. The holiday was started on August 13th 1992 when the Left-Handers Club decided to create an annual event when left-handers everywhere could celebrate their sinistrality and enlighten the public of the advantages and disadvantages of being left-handed.

Who are some famous left handed people? Ask no more:

• President Barrack Obama
• Bill Clinton
• Prince William
• Marilyn Monroe
• Leonardo da Vinci
• Jimi Hendrix
• Tom Cruise
• Robert DeNiro
• Steve Young
• Larry Bird

Want to see more famous left-handers? CLICK HERE

Do we have any left-handers out there? Encourage your right-handed friends to try doing everyday activities using their left hand to see how awkward it can feel using the wrong equipment!

 Share with us your International Left-Handers Day experiences on our Facebook page!

8 Amazing Dental Facts

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Even the most conscientious brushers don’t know everything there is to know about keeping their teeth as healthy as possible. Here are 8 dental facts that will surprise even the most thorough oral care experts!

Let us know what you think about this information on our Facebook page! Stay fresh!

 

What To Do In Case of a Tardy Tooth Fairy

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Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy; many roles parents have to fill at all times of the year. Christmas and Easter have a day on the calendar to help you out, but there aren’t dates set for when your child loses their teeth!

Children lose about 20 baby teeth between age 5 and 12.  Sometimes the Tooth Fairy gets caught up on when they have to arrive over those 8 or so years. Never fear, here are some tips from Better Homes and Gardens on how to handle when your child notices a missing date with the Tooth Fairy:

1. Having older siblings who have all their permanent teeth can help you out by visiting their younger sibling with some cash and say, “I think this is for you, it must have been delivered to the wrong room.”
2. When your child addresses you, concerned about not getting a visit, go into their room and pretend to look around the bed with the dough in your hand. Sneakily drop it someplace in the bed and tell them they must have moved it in their sleep and that the fairy must not have had room in his sack for the tooth.
3. Tell your child there must have been a “molar emergency” and leave a note from the Tooth Fairy explaining what happened on the following night. Come up with an exciting story and reward your child for their good dental care.
4. When your child presents you with their fallen out tooth, tie a piece of string (or dental floss) to your toothbrush so you remember to pay their pillow a visit before you hit the hay.

Have there been tardy Tooth Fairy moments in your household? Let us know how you handled them on our Facebook Page!

Tongue Tidbits

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"She sells seashells by the seashore.
The shells she sells are surely seashells.
So if she sells shells on the seashore,
I'm sure she sells seashore shells."  

How much do we really use our tongue?  Let's see; we talk with it, eat ice cream with it, tease our siblings with it, and say tongue twisters with it! Overall, it is a VERY important part of our mouth that may not get the most attention from us on our blog. So we decided to highlight some interesting Tongue Tidbits you may not have known about your tongue:

 

Which tongue fact did you find most interesting? Share with us on our Facebook page!

Plans this weekend? Come see us at the Massapequa Park Street Fair!

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Plans this weekend? Come see us at the Massapequa Park Street Fair!

Rain or shine we’ll be at the Massapequa Park Street Fair this Saturday, August 3rd and Sunday, August 4th from 11am – 6pm! We’ll be at our own booth with giveaways and a FACE PAINTER! So bring your kids and come say hi!

Located right off Sunrise Highway on Park Blvd & Front Street – the Massapequa Park Street Fair has been a tradition for over 20 years. The fair features arts and crafts, children’s amusements, music and more - making it a fun filled weekend for the entire family!

The fair is free to attend and has free parking. We’ll see you there!

Children's Books to Overcome the Fear of the Dentist

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As we know, some children are fearful or anxious about visiting the dentist for the first time. If your little one is one of them, don’t worry, there are quite a few tips on how to keep your child calm; one of them is as simple as bedtime reading.

We’ve recommended some of our favorite children’s books to help you get started:

Show Me Your Smile!: A Visit to the Dentist

It's time for Dora's checkup at the dentist. Dora explores the dentist's office, gets her teeth cleaned, and more! She even gets a special treat for being such a good patient!

The Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist
Sister Bear watches Dr. Bearson fill Brother Bear's small cavity. Then it's her turn in the chair to have a dangling baby tooth removed. An entertaining story for preschoolers of a cheerful and informative visit to a dentist.

Just Going to the Dentist
Mercer Mayer's very popular Little Critter is on his way to the dentist. It's a thorough check-up, complete with dental x-rays. When Dr. Ghum insists on filling a cavity, Little Critter goes through it bravely.

Remember, parents can play a vital role in helping your child not be afraid of the dentist. Has you child experienced first time fears? What did you do to help calm the nerves? Share with us on our Facebook page!