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Happy National Children's Dental Health Month
Author: Ashley Nietzer posted: Mar. 07, 2022.

February is quickly approaching. You know what that means! It’s time to run to the store to buy gifts for those you love. Stock up on toothbrushes, fluoridated toothpaste, floss Read more
2021 - The Year of the Healthy Mouth
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

New Year’s Resolutions Every year, January 1st rolls around and we commit to new ways to improve ourselves and make changes in our habits. We resolve to eat healthier, exercise more, Read more
Category: Oral Health, Teeth Cleaning, Children's Teeth, Kid's Teeth, Kids Dentist
In Case of Emergency
Author: Ashley Nietzer posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

Summer is slowly arriving. The weather has finally warmed up and the school year is finally coming to a close. The kids are so excited for the long days to Read more
Category: Dental Procedures, Dental Emergencies
Seal Out Summer Cavities
Author: Ashley Nietzer posted: Apr. 01, 2022.

Summer months are almost upon us. School will be out soon and kids will find themselves with more free time and more relaxed schedules. While we all look forward to the break from the daily school routine, this change in routine may not be great for your child’s teeth. Dental sealants on your child’s back teeth are a great preventative measure that can protect your child’s teeth and help keep cavities at bay. Read more
Category: Oral Health, Cavities, #SmileMore, Preventative Care, Dental Sealants
Fake It Until You Make It - How Smiling Can Make You Feel Happier
Author: Ashley Nietzer posted: Mar. 07, 2022.

Researchers have found that the simple act of smiling- even a fake smile- can bring about feelings of happiness and reduce stress. Read more
Category: Community
Where Did Halloween Come From and Why All the Candy?
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Dec. 27, 2021.

Americans will spend more than 8 billion dollars on Halloween this year? Where did this holiday come form and why do we celebrate it with candy? Read more
Category: Cavities, Holiday, Halloween, Candy
Become a Master Lunch Maker
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

Looking for lunchbox ideas for the upcoming school year? Anderson Pediatric Dentistry has you covered, We know you are busy and we know packing school lunches is a dreaded chore! We've compiled some wuick and easy ideas to ensure your child actually eats the lunch you pack. Read more
Category: Food and Diet, Children's Teeth
Why You SHOULD Be Eating Pumpkin!
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

Pumpkins offer a wealth of nutrition for your whole body, even your teeth! Anderson Pediatric Dentistry encourages you to add healthy pumpkin recipes into your diet this fall with healthy recipes that will taste good and be good for you! Read more
Category: Food and Diet, Holiday
When Do Baby Teeth Fall Out?
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

When will your child lose their first teeth? Which ones will fall out first? Read more
Category: Oral Health, Speech Development, Children's Teeth, Kid's Teeth, Kids Dentist
Will Swimming Turn Your Child's Teeth Green?
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

Just as chlorine can cause green hair, it can also leave lasting effects on your child's teeth. Learn what you can do to prevent swimmer's calculus, staining and enamel erosion while your child swims. Read more
Category: Oral Health, Children's Teeth, Kid's Teeth, Sports and Activities
How to Keep Your Child’s Teeth Healthy During Covid-19
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Mar. 07, 2022.

Covid-19 has changed our daily lives and disrupted schedules and routines. School may be on a break, but cavities are not. Learn how you can protect your child's smile. Read more
Category: Oral Health, Teeth Cleaning, Community
We're Open: New Office Procedures in the Midst of COVID-19
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Mar. 07, 2022.

Hey Everyone! Wow, what a wild couple of months! If someone had told us six months ago that our office would need to close for nearly two months, we would have Read more
Category: Office Updates, Community
The Best Valentine's Day Candy for Your Teeth
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

Ahhh, the sweet smell of chocolate and love. Yes, Valentine’s Day is coming up and candy is everywhere. From giant chocolate hearts to sticky gummy treats, the candy aisles at Read more
Category: Food and Diet, Holiday, Community
How Teeth Affect Speech
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

It can be difficult to understand just how important our teeth are. We all know that they are useful for smiling and eating. We know that beautiful teeth make pretty Read more
Category: Oral Health, Speech Development
Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay Baby bottle tooth decay, or bottle mouth, is the name given to this common early childhood dental condition. Decay is caused by frequent and long exposures Read more
Category: Oral Health, Cavities
Little Teeth Work Hard!
Author: knietzer @andersonpediatricdentistry posted: Nov. 03, 2021.

Why You Should Bother with Baby Teeth Baby teeth may be tiny, but they sure are mighty. Your child’s baby teeth actually set the stage for their future oral development, and Read more
Category: Oral Health, Kid's Teeth