Get Ready for National Children's Dental Health Month

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February marks National Children’s Dental Health Month -  a month long observance dedicated to bringing together dental health professionals, healthcare providers, and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers and more!

This year’s campaign - Sugar Wars - features The Smileys, McGrinns and K9 in spaceship, USS SweetSwatter.  It is equipped with toothbrush swatters, to fight against the Sweet Tooth Invaders for good oral health! The reverse side of the ADA’s poster is aimed at preteen/teenagers and demonstrates effective ways to defeat the effects of sugar and maintain good oral health by brushing, flossing, rinsing and eating healthy snacks.

This annual campaign gives teachers and parents resources needed to promote the benefits of a good oral health routine to children. 

If more resources are needed, give us a call! We are always available for FREE school visits and info sessions, as well as welcome any school or scouts field trip to any of our three locations. This is the perfect time to provide students with some essential information and tips to encourage good oral health practices for 2016 and beyond!

Give us a call to schedule a visit today:
Nesconset Office (631) 360-7337
Massapequa Park Office (516) 798-1111
West Islip Office (631) 661-7337

Winter Fun Safety Tips

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Now that the weather has calmed down and the driveway has been shoveled, it’s time to have some fun! But before you do so, make sure you keep these winter fun safety tips in mind:

Dress warmly - Even if all that running around warms up your children, make sure they stay dressed appropriately for the outdoors. Several layers will keep them dry and warm - don’t forget boots, gloves, and hats! 

Know the signs of hypothermia - Hypothermia develops when a child’s temperature falls below normal due to the colder weather. This often occurs when a child is playing outside without proper clothing (as mentioned above) or when clothes get wet. When hypothermia sets in, your child may shiver, slur speech, and become lethargic. Call 911 at once and take your little one indoors to remove any wet clothing and wrap him/her in warm clothes and blankets.

Set reasonable time limits - To prevent something as severe as hypothermia, set reasonable time limits on play outdoors. You may also want to supervise them to ensure everything goes smoothly. 

Have them wear a mouthguard - If they’re going out to sled or play some hockey, a mouthguard should be worn. These are essential for protecting teeth should a fall or collision occur! 

For more winter safety tips, check out this article from the American Academy of Pediatrics. 

Don't forget to post a picture of your family or kids having fun in the snow to our Facebook page for a chance to win a $100 gift card!  We want to see what all of our patients are up to this weekend! (winner announced Tuesday).

If you have any questions about your child’s oral health or are in need of a new mouthguard, give any of our offices a call! Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dentistry has three Long Island locations. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. 

5 Fun Snow Day Activities

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Are your kids getting a little stir crazy? If you’ve already watched all their favorite movies and are running out of ideas on how to pass the time, we have some snow day activities to keep the whole family busy throughout the storm:

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1. Color - It’s simple, it’s fun, and it’s calming! Plus, coloring isn’t just for kids. So parents feel free to join in - Mouth Healthy Kids has some printable coloring sheets ready for download. 

2. Build a fort - If it’s too cold to work on your igloo building skills outside, bring the fun indoors! Blanket forts never go out of style and can keep your kids busy for hours. For a real step by step blanket fort building guide, check out this article. 

3. Strike a pose - Raid the closets, dig up past Halloween costumes, print out some fun props and have yourselves a photoshoot! Kensie Kate has some templates available otherwise feel free to do a quick Google search on your own!

4. Play a game - When was the last time you enjoyed a family game night - with a good old-fashioned board game! Dust off the Monopoly, put on your detective hats for Clue, or try your hand at the game of Life. 

5. Build a snowman - As Jonas begins to die down, perhaps the best suggestion is to get the kids out of the house and into the snow! Test your snowman building skills or go sledding. Whatever snow themed activity your family enjoys the most, bundle up and enjoy!

If you do venture outside this weekend - post a picture of your family or kids having fun in the snow to our Facebook page for a chance to win a $100 gift card!  We want to see what all of our patients are up to this weekend! (winner announced Tuesday).

Tooth Tips to Fight the Flu

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While flu season can begin as early as October, continuing well into May - now is commonly its peak time. To help in being proactive in fending off the flu, we wanted to share some tooth tips on how your family can fight the flu this year:

• Store toothbrushes upright and away from the toilet. Find a dry, open space where your toothbrush can breathe, aka not near a toilet or sink! If it’s left on the sink, dirty soapy water can find its way onto it. If it’s nearby a toilet, each time it’s flushed bacteria can become airborne and latch onto the brush - gross!
• Remember the three month rule! Toothbrushes should be tossed and replaced every three months. Old bristles hold on to bacteria and aren’t as effective in cleaning teeth. You may also choose to replace it sooner - after a cold or flu has run its course.
• Brush and floss regularly. Allowing food particles to sit in the mouth can open the door for harmful bacteria to enter the bloodstream. Now, your body will work on ridding itself of this bacteria which can tire the immune system, thus reducing its strength to fight off more serious infections such as the flu.
• No toothbrush sharing! No matter how close you are with your spouse or child, germs and illnesses can easily be transferred from toothbrush sharing. This also means keeping all brushes separated in their holders to prevent bristles from touching.

Proper oral health habits are important year round, but during cold and flu season the prove even more vital. Share this post to help others fight the flu this season!

 

If you have any questions about how to better care for your child’s oral health - give any of our offices a call. Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dentistry has three Long Island locations. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. 

 

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Establishing Your Child's Dental Home with AMPD!

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When it comes to your children’s health, you don’t skip doctor visits - so why skip dental visits? We can’t stress enough that establishing a dental “home” for your child at a young age is vital in preventing dental problems down the line.

Dental problems can begin earlier than you think. Children run the risk of severe tooth decay just from using a bottle during nap time or while sleeping overnight - as well as from continuously nursing from the breast. That’s why the earlier you schedule your dental visit - the better chance we have at early intervention plus assuring optimal oral health care for a lifetime!

At Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dental - we provide a warm, friendly environment, and treat your children the same way we treat our own! See what Dr. Marc Adelberg himself has to say about the importance of infant oral exams and early intervention services:

We (along with the AAPD) recommend your child’s first dental visit happen by their first birthday to ensure their teeth are erupting properly and that there are no dental abnormalities. Give any of our three offices a call today to schedule your child's first dental appointment! 

Check out AMPD on YouTube

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From our fun dental office to our friendly and knowledgeable staff – you won't find a children's dentist or orthodontist like us anywhere else!

At Adelberg and Montalvan Pediatric Dental we work hard to provide outstanding dentistry that will positively impact your child's life forever. Our total kid-friendly atmosphere and cutting edge procedures will help keep your kids excited about going to the dentist and ensure they receive the highest possible dental care.
 

Visit our YouTube channel for more insight into our practice and give us a call to discuss your options today!

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#TestimonialTuesday - Recent Patient Reviews

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Why should you choose (and recommend to your friends) Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dental for all of your child’s dental care needs?

Our testimonials speak for themselves!

“EVERYONE WAS SO HELPFUL AND SWEET AND MADE MY SONS FIRST VISIT PERFECT!” - James O.

“Every single person we encountered during our visit was fantastic. Reception, hygenist, dentist, everyone was great. My daughter was nervous, they let her sit on my lap and the Dentist sang to her the entire time putting everyone at ease ( spongebob playing on a ceiling mounted tv helped as well ) I can't even explain how above and beyond the entire staff went making sure my daughter knew what was happening and why before they did anything. AMAZING ! Will recommend to everyone and am going bring other child there as well. THANK YOU! “ - Lilybeth T.

“Our hygienist was excellent, gave Kevin tons of advice on how to better clean his teeth, and really helped him understand how important this is.” - Kevin Jr. B.

“Dr Erica and Dr Borin were outstanding! They took plenty of time to explain to me what was going to happen and my son was made very comfortable after his procedure. A really great experience. Thank you!” - Timothy H.

“Staff is great!! Love everyone there!” - Noah S.

“As always we feel we received excellent care. The staff is always pleasant and have a wonderful rapport with us.” - Juliette G.

“Dr Adam was great with Liam's first visit! The assistants are SO patient - especially with X-rays.” - Liam W.

“Dr Bennett is amazing with Ian!!! The hygienist too. Absolutely wonderful and patient with him and all the screaming.” - Ian P.

 
Thank you to all who have shared their experiences with us, we always strive to care for our patients as if they were our own children and love hearing that they had a pleasant dental experience in our offices. Have you visited recently and have a story to share? Let us know on our Facebook page!

At Adelberg Montalvan Pediatric Dental our purpose is to provide exceptional mental and dental care that can impact your child’s life forever.  Our practice has been providing excellent pediatric dentistry to children of Long Island for over 14 years.  We have three locations: Nesconset, Massapequa Park and our newest location in West Islip.