Book Feature: Open Wide, Tooth School Inside
Open Wide: Tooth School Inside by Laurie Keller is a funny but informative introduction to teeth.
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How to Make Flossing Easier for Kids & Teens
Children and teens must floss regularly (just like adults!) to keep their teeth and gums healthy. However, flossing can be tricky and a bit cumbersome, and young children in particular may struggle to properly manipulate the floss. Here are some ideas to help make flossing easier for kids and teens.
SmileTown Book Club: Bear’s Loose Tooth
In the book Bear's Loose Tooth, by Karma Wilson, Bear's realizes he has a loose tooth and gets a little worried! Good thing his friends are there to help him remain calm.
Oral Health Apps for Kids & Teens
There seems to be an app for almost everything these days, and that includes dental health. We’ve compiled a list of kid-friendly oral health apps that can help get children and teens to take more of an interest in their dental health.
4 More Great YouTube Videos For Kids About Dental Health
When it comes to preparing your kids for a visit to the dentist, it can help to have a variety of resources at your disposal. The following dental health videos are some of our recent favourites on YouTube.
What is Puberty Gingivitis?
Puberty gingivitis is the most preventable type of gingivitis in children. This oral disease is very similar to that in adults, with a few differences.
An Oral Health Eggsperiment
If you’re a parent or teacher looking for a fun, hands on experiment to teach kids about dental health and facilitate discussion about oral hygiene and its importance, here’s a quick and easy idea using eggs!
Poems & Songs for Kids About Visiting the Dentist
Books and other media can be very helpful when preparing children for visiting the dentist. The following funny and educational poems and songs about dentistry will be fun for you and your child to read or sing together!
5 Surprising Things the Dentist Can Tell by Looking at Your Child’s Teeth
There are many things the dentist can tell about your child’s daily life and health simply by examining his or her teeth. Here are 5 things you may not realize the dentist will notice!
Fun Dental Facts to Share with Your Kids
Get your kids interested in their teeth and oral health by sharing these weird and fun dental facts with them!
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