Pediatric Dentistry / Prenatal Awareness
“Over the last five years, the whole landscape has changed,” said Dr. Eugene Chang, an OB/GYN at the Medical University of South Carolina who has watched the proliferation of genetic tests revolutionize how many parents handle pregnancy. “Ten years ago, we did first or second trimester screenings. Now there are non-invasive prenatal tests and self […]
My younger brother Stevie had Halloween candy until Easter and Easter candy until Halloween. That would not have been the case had I been able to uncover his stash, try as I did. Frustrated with my inability to locate and raid his trove, I’d ravage his sock drawer with a vengeance, scattering his perfectly aligned […]
Everyone knows that children should brush their teeth daily and see a dentist every six months to make sure their teeth are in tiptop shape. But there’s more to keeping a child’s teeth healthy now and when they get older. Dental decay is the most common chronic disease of childhood, and it’s generally preventable. That’s […]
Start early. Keep your baby’s mouth clean even before he or she has teeth. Gently wipe your baby’s gums and tongue after feedings. Have your children visit the dentist by the age of 1, so the dentist can make sure their teeth are developing correctly. Have your children start brushing as soon as they get […]
Every new parent is excited to see the first tooth erupt. There is nothing cuter than a baby’s toothy grin revealing those two bottom teeth. Teething can be accompanied by fussiness and pain but is usually dealt with easily. Remedies include massaging the gums, using a chilled washcloth or spoon, acetaminophen, topical gels — avoid […]
We’re Having a Baby! What You Need to Know Congratulations! You’re having baby. Creating a new life is one of the most amazing things a woman can do, but, like most things, preparation is key and it starts even before you buy your first early pregnancy test. First, you need to make sure your body […]