Flossing ensures that the spaces between your teeth get clean. It also helps to prevent plaque and bacteria buildup, which can cause cavities or gum disease. But if we’re all being honest, even adults have a hard time flossing regularly. And this means you might not be reinforcing the importance […]
Kids And Teen Dentistry
Chesterfield mom says daughter distraught after local dentist uses little-known ‘hand over mouth’ technique
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — A Chesterfield mom said her young daughter’s latest dental visit was disturbing. Tracy Sikes said she was surprised to learn some dentists use a little-known technique to calm a hysterical child down during a procedure called “hand over mouth.” The practice is no longer taught […]
Kids and Teen Dental Place and UCLA School of Dentistry
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On August 7th, Kids Dental Place and the UCLA School of Dentistry will be providing free dental screenings and free fluoride varnish applications to children attending a school supply distribution event hosted by the Drew Child Development Corporation. The goal of this […]
First Emotionally Intelligent Robot Makes Visiting the
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On December 9th, children visiting Kids Dental Place in Huntington Park will have a new friend – Robin the Robot! Designed for children by scientists, engineers, and pediatric psychologists, Robin is the first of its kind emotionally intelligent robot that provides social […]
Hagerstown area summer kids’ programs make learning fun
Summer is right around the corner, and parents and children are starting to map out their summer camp plans. While COVID-19 put a wrench in such activities for the past two years, many organizations are gearing up to hold a fairly normal camp season this summer. Here is a sampling of […]