Start the School Year Off Bright!!

It’s that time of year again! 

Time to trade the swimsuits and flip flops for backpacks and sneakers, while putting together your back-to-school list; don’t forget to include getting your child’s teeth professionally cleaned.

There is no doubt that oral hygiene tends to suffer over the summer months so why not start the school year off right by letting us brighten up your child’s smile and teach them tools that can help keep their teeth and gums healthy throughout the year.

We understand that the costs of back-to-school shopping can be daunting, that’s why for the next 2 weeks we are offering special back-to-school pricing.

The special is as follows, is on a first come first serve basis and is available only until Friday August 30, 2013. These prices are fixed and are 10-30% off the regular rate.

Younger than 5 years – complimentary

6 – 13 (no braces) – $50

6 – 13 (braces) – $75

14 – 17 – $90

All appointments include: Dental Hygiene Examination, full professional cleaning with scaling, polishing and fluoride (if indicated).

Schedule now as these back to school appointments are filling up fast!

Here are a few tips to consider as your child heads back into the classroom:

1. Pack a toothbrush. Not only does brushing after meals help prevent a myriad of dental issues, it is also imperative in the development of lifelong healthy habits.
2.  Pack a healthy lunch. This should include something high in protein in order to stave off hunger and unhealthy snacking throughout the day. Avoid sports drinks, energy drinks, sodas, and juices as they have anywhere between 5-12 teaspoons of sugar in one serving, bad for teeth and bad for overall health.  If you want to occasionally add a sweet treat to your child’s lunch, try chocolate instead of other candies that are highly acidic and/or are more likely to stick to teeth for long periods of time.
3. Get a properly fitted sports guard  Fall is the time for many contact sports both on and off the field. Properly fitting sports guards not only protect your child’s pearly whites but can also prevent injuries such as concussions. With a wide range of colors and thicknesses to choose from we can definitely please even the fussiest child!
4. Always brush and floss before bed. Although school and extracurricular activities are time consuming and exhausting avoid giving in to temptation and passing out without brushing. At night everything that is left on the teeth has a greater opportunity to cause gum disease and decay. This is the most important brushing of the day, ensure it’s a full 2 minutes and includes flossing. 
5. Come in for regular cleaning visits! Maintaining regular dental hygiene visits help to keep your mouth and body healthy. Although we do not diagnose cavities, we are capable of identifying areas of concern that may need to be addressed by a dentist. This is also a great way to encourage healthy habits and gives your child the opportunity to develop a relationship with their dental hygienist at an early age.