Bloom Pediatric Dentistry Blog

Fang-tastic Halloween Costumes That Accentuate Your Child’s Smile

October 18, 2024

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Children smiling in Halloween costumes

Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year for kids, with costumes, candy, and spooky fun everywhere! For you, it’s also a great opportunity to capture your little one’s pearly whites for your family album. Whether they want to be a superhero or a classic creature, here are some kid-friendly costume ideas that will let your child’s smile steal the spotlight this Halloween.

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How to Comfort Your Child When They Start Losing Their Baby Teeth

September 24, 2024

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Happy little girl holding a lost baby tooth

On average, children start to lose their baby teeth around age 6, though the process can begin even earlier for some. Some kids are excited when they notice that their teeth are becoming looser; they are delighted to see a sign that they are growing up! For other children, though, the experience is a bit frightening. If your child is alarmed when their teeth start wiggling, how can you comfort them? This blog post provides some helpful tips from an experienced pediatric dental team.

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4 Tips to Prevent Back-to-School Dental Emergencies

August 27, 2024

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a parent walking her children to school

Back-to-school season is here, which means your child’s daily routine and schedule are about to change quite a bit! The last type of problem you would want them to have to deal with is something like a dental emergency. Follow these four helpful tips to keep cavities and other common dental problems at bay so they can focus on their schoolwork.

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Matters of the Teeth: 5 Important Dental Health Facts for Parents

July 25, 2024

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Parent and child brushing their teeth for dental health in a mirror

Ensuring your child has a healthy smile involves more than just regular brushing. As a parent, understanding the importance of children’s dental health is critical for helping them learn lifelong oral hygiene habits. Continue reading to find five crucial facts every parent should know to help their child succeed in matters of dental health.

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Dental Advice for Your Poolside Olympian

June 18, 2024

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Little girl rocking a pair of shades and chilling on a pool floaty

Kids love swimming. Who can blame them? The only summertime activity that might be better is eating ice cream. But did you know that prolonged exposure to chlorine can be bad for their teeth?

If you thought, “Nothing is safe anymore”, we feel you. Fortunately, there are simple ways to avoid pool-related dental drama. Keep reading to learn more and help protect your little Olympian’s oral health.

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