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Teething Gum’s Stages

The arrival of a baby's first tooth is a momentous occasion, often met with a…

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Treatment for Canker Sore on Kids

Has your child ever winced in pain while eating, complaining of a burning sensation in…

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Does Teething Lead To Fever?

Teething is an exciting yet challenging milestone for parents and babies alike. It signals your…

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Rash From Teething On My Baby

Teething is a major milestone in your baby’s life, but it often comes with its…

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Oral Health Concerns for Teens

You have a lot more freedom as a teenager than you did as a young…

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Sealants Protect Your Child’s Teeth from Decay

Sealants provide a thin coating over molars that can be a powerful tool to protect…

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Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp…

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Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology

Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of…

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Protect Your Baby from Early Childhood Caries

Your baby’s first smiles are precious—and you want to make sure those precious smiles are…

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When should I begin brushing my baby's teeth?

One question our team at Liora Benichou hear all the time is, “When should I…

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Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!

It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow…

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Happy Labor Day!

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the…

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Oral Health Concerns for Infants

Because babies’ teeth don’t appear until around six to eight months of age, it’s a…

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What's on your child's reading list?

What better way for children to spend their time than cuddled up by the fireplace…

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Considerations When Picking the Right Mouthwash

A solid oral health routine begins with daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Without a consistent…

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Make your child’s next visit to our office great!

If you have been bringing your baby in for regular checkups since that first tooth…

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What’s an intraoral camera?

One of the greatest features our team at Liora Benichou offers is the ability to…

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Steer clear of that candy!

At Liora Benichou, we know how tempting candy can sometimes be on our sweet tooth,…

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Protecting Your Child’s Smile with Mouthguards

If your child participates in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting…

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Fun Facts for the Fourth

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family…

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Does Your Child Need Endodontic Treatment?

Baby teeth come with a built-in expiration date. That charming first smile is meant to…

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good dental hygiene impacts overall general health

Good Dental Hygiene Impacts Overall General Health

There are many ways in which your oral health has an impact on your overall…

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Dental Sealants for Baby Teeth?

Perhaps you’ve heard your friends talking about dental sealants, and how well they prevent cavities.…

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Smile! June marks National Smile Month!

Can you believe it’s already June? Today, the doctor and our team at Liora Benichou…

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what are chalky teeth

What Are Chalky Teeth?

You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing…

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memorial day

Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!

“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers,…

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gum disease and your child

Gum Disease and Your Child

At Liora Benichou, we know that unfortunately, gum disease can exist in your child’s mouth…

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how much calcium does my child need

How much calcium does my child need?

When you were a kid, your parents may have told you to drink milk to…

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Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!

Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories…

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should i have my child’s wisdom teeth removed

Why should I have my child’s wisdom teeth removed?

The wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent molars to emerge from the gums.…

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teens and gum disease

Teens and Gum Disease

You have a lot going on. School. Sports. Activities. Family. Friends. Teens lead busy lives…

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can my child really avoid tooth decay

Can my child really avoid tooth decay?

Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars…

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april is national facial protection month

April is National Facial Protection Month

The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as…

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connection between oral health and school performance

Is there a connection between oral health and school performance?

As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their…

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how to make brushing fun

How to Make Brushing Fun

Let’s call it the cranky phase. Let’s call it the “Mom, I don’t want to”…

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st. patrick's day

St. Patrick's Day

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a…

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good nutrition leads to healthy mouths

Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths

At Liora Benichou, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and…

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Sippy Cups

What a milestone! The transition from bottle to sippy cup is one of baby’s first…

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providing the right dental care for your children

Providing the Right Dental Care for your Children

You already know that Liora Benichou recommends you come in for a checkup and cleaning…

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Creating a Dental Home

As a parent, you know how important a happy, relaxed atmosphere is when it comes…

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national childrens dental health month

National Children’s Dental Health Month

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and a perfect time for the doctor to…

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keeping your teeth strong and healthy

Keeping Your Teeth Strong and Healthy

What is the strongest part of our bodies? Do you think it might be our…

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common emergency care visits

Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches or abscesses

Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth…

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periodontal disease in adolescents

Periodontal Disease in Adolescents

The doctor and our team at Liora Benichou know that periodontal disease isn't something exclusive…

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losing a baby tooth prematurely

Losing a Baby Tooth Prematurely

Losing a baby tooth is often an exciting event in a child’s life. It’s a…

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five tips for taking tots to the dentist

Five Tips for Taking Tots to the Dentist

Toddlers are notoriously balky about strangers. But their first dental visit should not be cause…

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New Year's Day Around the World

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the…

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easing the teething blues

Easing the Teething Blues

Every moment of your baby’s first year of life is precious, since every day your…

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Wrong Time/Wrong Place?

In a perfectly predictable world, your child’s teeth would come in—and fall out—right on schedule,…

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Non-Nutritive Sucking Behavior

“Non-nutritive sucking behavior”? That’s a mouthful—literally! This term describes behaviors such as thumb sucking and…

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