Dental Health New Year's Resolution Check In!

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As we head into February, now is a great time to assess the changes you’ve promised to make this New Year. Whether big or small, keeping your resolutions not only serves as a morale booster, but it can in many ways improve your overall well being! 

Remember, consistency is key to any resolution you make. If achieving great oral health is something you and your family are dedicated to, here are a few tips to help you ensure that you stay on track:

Improve Your Diet - While sugar isn’t the worst thing to consume, it’s not smart to let it sit in your mouth after a snack! Sugar filled treats (including fizzy drinks and carbohydrate-rich foods) can accelerate tooth decay, leading to cavities and other mouth related issues. To help remedy this, try to limit the amount of sugar consumed and chew some xylitol infused gum to help reduce cavity causing bacteria!

Try New Flossing Options - While traditional flossing is very effective, switching things up can make the “chore” fun again! Try incorporating a Waterpik into your kids flossing routine. Floss first to loosen the plaque, then Waterpik to flush it away! Waterpiks are also great for those with braces since it can get behind the metal wires to rid any trapped food particles. 

Keep Dental Visit Promises - A typical dental check-up takes usually no more than an hour. We know it’s easy to skip appointments, but it’s just as easy to commit to going twice per year! By keeping these visits, we can make sure problems are addressed early - when they’re more treatable. 

If you have any questions about your child’s teeth throughout the New Year, give one of our offices a call! We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment, in three different Long Island locations. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates and industry news! 

#WellnessWednesday - Finding a Dental Home

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We’ve just about made it through January and hopefully your new year’s resolutions are in full force, such as developing new habits to improve the health and happiness of you and your family! If this is at the top of your list, remember that dental health is a vital part of your well being and establishing a dental home for your kids ensures the best care for little teeth.

“The concept of the Dental Home reflects AAPD and ADA policies and best principles for the proper delivery of oral health care to all, with an emphasis on initiating preventive strategies during infancy. An infant oral health exam is simple, easy and effective.” - via AAPD

At Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dental - we provide a warm, friendly environment, and treat your children the same way we treat our own. We recommend your child’s first dental visit happen by their first birthday to ensure there are no abnormalities and teeth are erupting properly. Also, in the event of a dental emergency, you and your child have a familiar place to turn to which helps put the patient at ease.

If you have yet to found a dental home for your child, come visit any of our three locations.  Serving Long Island for more than 15 years, our offices are not only “kid-friendly”, but they actually look more like a theme park than a dental office!  Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates and industry news!

#TuesdayTips - for Healthy Teeth in 2015

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Now that 2015 is underway, many people have started on their goal to lead a healthier lifestyle in the new year - so why not add improving your dental health to your resolution list?

The following are some tips for healthy teeth to make sure you and your family have a healthy smile all through 2015:

• Brush and floss daily - Brush your teeth for two minutes, two times per day and complete your dental care routine by flossing. Flossing helps to remove plaque and food particles from between the teeth where the bristles can’t always reach.
• Smart snacking - Eating a variety of nutrient rich foods from all food groups helps promote healthy teeth and gums. Make sure your family has a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, lean protein, low fat dairy products, and whole grains for optimum oral health.
• Limit sugary beverages - A steady consumption of soft drinks/sugary beverages is one of the leading causes of tooth decay. The sugar in these drinks combines with the bacteria in your mouth forming an acid that wears away at enamel, causing cavities. Limit the amount of sugar beverages daily and incorporate more water into your everyday consumption.
• Schedule regular dental visits - Regular dental appointments are crucial in spotting oral health problems early, when treatment options tend to be easier and more affordable. Plus these visits also help to prevent many oral problems from developing in the fist place!

Start the new year off fresh and schedule your dental visits with us! We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111or visit our website to schedule an appointment at any of our three Long Island locations.

Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates and industry news!