When to Start Orthodontic Checks for Kids: Is Age 7 Really Necessary?
An early orthodontic look by about age 7 is a screening, not a start on braces. Here’s what to watch for.
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The Bien Dental Blog: Kids’ Dental Health Tips
Practical, parent-friendly articles on children’s teeth, first visits and family dental care from our Beaverton office.
Here you’ll find clear, calm answers to the questions parents ask us most, from what to expect at a first visit to how to handle a wobbly tooth. Prefer to talk it through? Our parent resources page is a good companion, or you can request an appointment any time.
Halloween Candy and Cavities: A Parent’s Game Plan (No Ban Required)
You don’t have to ban Halloween. Timing, swaps, and a brushing routine protect teeth through the candy season.
Read article →Choosing the Right Toothpaste for Your Child, Age by Age
Fluoride amounts by age, what to look for on the box, and which toothpastes to avoid for children.
Read article →Knocked-Out Tooth: What Parents Should Do in the First Hour
Steps for a knocked-out baby or permanent tooth, from rinsing and storing to when to call the dentist.
Read article →Helping an Anxious Child Feel Calm at the Dentist: Words That Work
Words to use, words to skip, and what a pediatric dental team does to help nervous kids feel safe.
Read article →Back-to-School Dental Checkup Checklist for Beaverton Families
Checkup timing, school forms, sealants, mouthguards, and a backpack kit, all in one checklist.
Read article →Thumb Sucking: When to Worry and Gentle Ways to Stop
Thumb and pacifier habits are normal early on. Learn when they matter and how to help kids stop kindly.
Read article →Snacks That Protect Kids’ Teeth (and the Ones That Sneak Up on Them)
Frequency beats quantity when it comes to sugar and cavities. Use these snack, drink, and lunchbox ideas.
Read article →Are Dental Sealants Worth It? A Beaverton Dentist’s Honest Take
Sealants shield the deep grooves of back teeth. Here’s who benefits, when, and what to expect.
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