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July 31, 2018
Band Instruments and Your Teeth
Learning a musical instrument enhances cognition, trains focus, and helps channel adolescent energy. There’s also the added benefit of a built-in social network of kids working to bring alive once [...]

July 18, 2018
Energy Drinks and Your Teeth. Should You Worry?
We’ve all been there. It’s been a busy week, and after a few late nights in a row, you’re really starting to feel it. You’re TIRED. And, the worst part [...]

July 6, 2018
Teach Me How to Brush: 6 Toddler Training Tips
Getting kids to brush their teeth is one of those initial standoffs you’re going to experience with your children. Children are programmed by nature to instinctively resist having things placed [...]

June 27, 2018
Choosing the Right Sippy Cup
Sippy cups. The cup for toddlers. Or, is it? After all, there’s the transition cup, the toddler cup and the kid bottle. Which is correct? And how about all the [...]

June 16, 2018
Getting Your Mouth Ready for a Summer Vacation
Summer is about to burst onto the scene. And with it, your free time will turn to busy time as you plan, plan, plan for your relaxing summer vacation. So, [...]

June 2, 2018
Four Tips that Can Help Minimize Tooth Misalignment in Children
While heredity is the most common cause of misaligned teeth, a child’s individual development and oral habits can also play a role. The fix is typically orthodontic treatment, but there [...]

May 27, 2018
Cosmetic Dentistry for Teens
Ladies and gentlemen, cosmetic dentistry is no longer just for Mom and Dad. Teens have caught on, and they’re looking to boost self-esteem, combat cavities, and correct congenital cosmetic concerns. [...]

May 23, 2018
Oral Surgery – River Rock Dental Austin, TX is your place!
In some cases, dentists refer patients to a specialist for oral surgery. However, general dentists are trained to perform some minor oral surgeries, and your dentist has also taken significant [...]

May 13, 2018
What are Dental Veneers, and When are They Used?
Strikingly-white, straight, perfect teeth. It’s something we all want – and especially so during our teen years. Whitening kits and toothpastes can help, and sneak-arounds like sipping coffee and soda [...]


