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Sometimes it hard to get young children to brush their teeth. But brushing teeth is the best way to for them to have great oral health. To help you there are many kids television shows that touch on the subject. Another great resource is YouTube where there are many videos created for young children that encourage children to brush their teeth. Here is an example from The Super Dentists! Click to watch video. Read more...

Dental bleaching, also known as tooth whitening, is a common procedure in general dentistry but most especially in the field of cosmetic dentistry. A child's deciduous teeth are generally whiter than the adult teeth that follow. As a person ages the adult teeth often become darker due to changes in the mineral structure of the tooth, as the enamel becomes less porous.[citation needed] Teeth can also become stained by bacterial pigments, foodstuffs and tobacco. Certain antibiotic medications (like tetracycline) can also cause teeth stains or a reduction in the brilliance of the enamel.[1] Read more...

Dentists routinely caution patients about the over-consumption of soda pop, juice and sports drinks that pack little if any nutritional value and take a toll on teeth. Now the American Academy of Pediatrics is taking aim at energy and sports drinks, saying that in most cases, kids don't need them and some products contain substances that can be harmful to children. Read more...

Changing your eating habits could help reduce the risk for cavities. The December 2010 issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association reminds patients that maintaining a balanced diet is important to maintaining a healthy smile. Read more...