You will want to put your baby on your lap, facing away from you. Brush the teeth from behind, supporting your baby’s head. When you brush, focus your efforts between the gums and teeth—the most critical area. Consult with your dentist about frequency and if you should add flossing to your child’s routine.

Once your baby’s teeth start coming in, you may want to transition from the washcloth to a baby toothbrush and toothpaste. If you use toothpaste, ensure it is still safe for babies. One example would be Tom’s of Maine’s new toddler training toothpaste, which is specially formulated for ages 3-24 months, and is safe if … Read more

Original Medicare: Medicare Advantage (also known as Part C):

Give Cheese As A Tooth Friendly Snack. Instead of a bag of chips, serve cheese with lunch or as a snack, especially cheddar, Monterey Jack, Swiss, and other aged cheeses, which help to trigger the saliva flow. Saliva helps to wash food particles away from teeth

Fruits and vegetables: Try offering more fruits and vegetables as a snack instead of sugary treats. The best type of fruits and vegetables would be those containing a high volume of water, such as pears, melons, celery, and cucumbers. Limit banana and raisin consumption as these contain concentrated sugar, or if you serve these fruits, try … Read more

Question: What is Medicare Part D Reply: Part D (Drug coverage): Helps cover the cost of prescription drugs (including many recommended shots or vaccines). You join a Medicare drug plan in addition to Original Medicare, or you get it by joining a Medicare Advantage Plan with drug coverage. Plans that offer Medicare drug coverage are … Read more

Question: Why should I take my toddler to the dentist when his baby teeth fall out anyway? I just wondered because my parents never took me to a dentist until I was a teen with adult teeth.   Answer: It is true that our primary teeth eventually, but their health is still essential to our oral health over … Read more

Question: My son is 18 months of age, and I been told he should see a dentist for a regular dental checkup. However not sure if he can go to our family dentist or does he have to see a pediatric dentist.   Answer: This is a common question for parents to ask. For the same reason you … Read more

Question: what Is Medicare Part B Reply: Part B (Medical Insurance): Helps cover:

By the time your baby is six months of age, your dentist should assess the likelihood of your baby having future dental problems, which may include a dental exam of the mother and her dental history, as the condition of her teeth can often predict her child’s teeth.  Be sure your child sees a dentist … Read more

Question: What is Medicare Part A? Reply: Part A (Hospital Insurance): Helps cover hospital inpatient care, skilled nursing facility care, hospice care, and home health care.

Your baby’s first teeth usually begin to erupt through the gums at about six months of age, although the timing will vary among children. All 20 primary teeth should come between the ages of six months and three years. Your child will lose primary teeth between the ages of six and eleven. Your child’s first … Read more

If you move to a new city or state, you will need to change your address with Social Security. Because Original Medicare is a federal program, benefits are the same nationwide. So, your benefits will stay the same. However, if you enroll in a Medicare Supplement or Medicare Advantage plan, you may be required to … Read more

Oral health care at home does not stop at brushing and flossing your teeth. Many people need to remember their tongues. However, the tongue is a haven for most oral bacteria. Using a tongue cleaner, you help to ensure proper and thorough cleaning of the accumulated bacteria, food particles, and dead cells. Another reason to … Read more

Stephen Burch, DDS, of 3D Dental Solutions in McLean, Virginia, can Provide Sleep Solutions. Snoring and Sleep Apnea can affect your personal life and overall health care. According to a report by the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM). An estimated 40% of adult men and 24% of adult women suffer from chronic snoring. … Read more

A study suggests there is an increase in tooth decay in young children. Even with the beneficial effects of fluoride and increased dental care, the study suggests that the increased use of sugary drinks and food in young children may cause tooth decay.

Are you asking the right questions regarding your kid’s dental health care? Whether for your kids or yourself, it is crucial to communicate with the dentist. When dealing with your dental health, there are no dumb questions, yet some people feel embarrassed to ask even simple questions to the dentist about the suggested treatment plan.  … Read more