Struggling to brush your toddler's teeth? Frustrated your kid won't floss or eats lots of candy? Worried your kids will get cavities? Luckily, dental cavities are preventable and your kid can grow up CAVITY-FREE! This must-have resource guide, packed with information and photos will equip you with the knowledge and tools to provide the best oral healthcare at every stage of your child's development while instilling a lifetime commitment to taking care of their teeth. As a mother of three and a board-certified pediatric dentist, serving 1000's of patients for two decades, Dr. Laila Hishaw, affectionately known as The Mommy Dentist, knows both the science behind a healthy smile and understands the struggles of getting her own children to brush their teeth correctly. Dr. Hishaw's clinical expertise and compassionate care have gained her recognition as Tucson's Top Dentist(TM). She was also recognized on Mystery Diagnosis on Discovery Health Channel for her role in diagnosing a rare neurological disorder in one of her young patients. "They're just baby teeth, right?" Tooth decay is the number one chronic infectious disease affecting children in the United States and is four times more common in children than asthma! Sadly, children with oral health problems are three times more likely to miss school due to dental pain than children with no oral health problems This reference guide will save you money by avoiding the costly dental bills from restoring decayed and infected teeth. It will reduce time lost at school due to toothaches, and increase your child's confidence and success by creating a beautiful smile they are proud to show off! In this book, you'll learn: How a healthy pregnancy affects your child's oral health The dental development at every stage How to prevent tooth decay and gum disease What to expect at your child's dental visit Home care instructions & nutritional counseling Helpful tips to wean your child from harmful habits Common dental concerns What to do in a dental emergency If you like pictures, detailed infographics, lots of examples and a bit of humor, you'll love Dr. Hishaw's book which will assist you on your quest to provide the best start to not only a healthy smile but also overall health for your child. She has combined her professional expertise and personal experiences in this book that is both informative and relatable. Parents have said that they had no idea how caring for their infant's oral health from birth could decrease their child's risk of tooth decay. In fact, 60 percent of children will suffer from tooth decay by age five if they are not seen by a dentist early. Don't let your child be part of that statistic! If you are pregnant with your first child, have an infant erupting their first tooth, or have a teen who wants a Hollywood Smile, buy this book now! Free resources, photos, and videos mentioned in the book can be found at www.TheMommyDentist.com. A portion of the proceeds from the book will go to Diversity in Dentistry Mentorships.

Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is having a checkup at the dentist in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s having an X-ray taken, getting a teeth cleaning, or finding a cavity, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to help allay any fears of going to the dentist!

Over 60% of children have a cavity by the age of 5, according to a survey by the AAPD. Doctors' kids, dentists' kids, nutritionists' kids, and children from all backgrounds get surprised by a cavity diagnosis every day across the country. It is often too late because well-meaning parents think it won't happen to them. Cavities don't care that much about effort. The dentist blames it on weak enamel or genetics, which means nothing changes. It doesn't have to be this way anymore. This guide is the first of its kind on instructing parents in exactly what to do if you don't want your child to get "surprise" cavities. (The ones not caused by excessive sugar.) Not only do I explain what to do, but I also go over the common pitfalls of well-meaning parents.

Max takes good care of his teeth. He brushes and flosses every day. Will he have a good trip to the dentist? This early reader format is perfect for those just starting to read!

USA TODAY AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER You’ve heard the advice: If you want to live longer, eat healthy foods and exercise daily. But there’s a third piece of the puzzle, and it can add 10 to 15 years to your life. It’s been right under your nose this whole time—literally. Your mouth is the gateway to your body and is the most critical organ for improving your health, from childhood onward. Everything in the human life cycle is related to the mouth: fertility, childbirth, sleeping soundly, success in school, finding a mate, getting a job, psychological well-being, avoiding chronic or systemic disease, and aging well. Your mouth is a window into the health of your body as a whole; from its microbiome to its structure, it impacts your physical and mental wellness in countless ways. Unfortunately, the mouth-body connection has been largely neglected by American medicine . . . until now. If Your Mouth Could Talk is the result of over 20 years of firsthand experience and research by renowned orthodontist and dentofacial orthopedist, Dr. Kami Hoss. In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Hoss connects the dots between oral health and whole-body health, offering a roadmap to a longer, more successful future for you and your family. This isn’t a book about brushing and flossing—or any of the other standard advice you get from your dentist. Instead, you’ll hear about how to protect your mouth’s microbiome, the effect of diet, the relationship between oral structure and sleep problems, how to breathe better, and more. This is an in-depth guide for people who want to take control of their health to the fullest extent possible—who want to understand how their mouth contributes to their overall health and quality of life, and what they can do to better care for it. If your mouth could talk, it would tell you about the condition of your entire life. Time to start listening.

Grab your toothbrush and get ready for a trip to the dentist in the latest big moment to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series! It's the night before a young boy's check-up with the dentist. He's lost four teeth, and two big ones have come in already! So what does he do? He brushes and brushes his teeth to make sure his smile is super bright, of course! Join him on his journey to explore the ins and outs of the dentist's office in this delightful story, told in the style of Clement C. Moore's classic tale.

This book explores in depth the relationships between nutrition and oral health. Oral health is an integral part of general health across the life course, and this book examines nutritional and oral health considerations from childhood through to old age, with particular attention focused on the consequences of demographic changes. Current knowledge on the consequences of poor diet for the development and integrity of the oral cavity, tooth loss, and the progression of oral diseases is thoroughly reviewed. Likewise, the importance of maintenance of a disease-free and functional dentition for nutritional well-being at all stages of life is explained. Evidence regarding the impact of oral rehabilitation on nutritional status is evaluated, and strategies for changing dietary behaviour in order to promote oral health are described. Nutrition and Oral Health will be an ideal source of information for all who are seeking a clearly written update on the subject.

Sugarbugs are bacteria that live in your mouth and can cause cavities and gum disease. Learn how they try to destroy your teeth and find out how you can stop them.

Let's-Read-and-Find-Out About Teeth Have you ever wondered what would happen if you never brushed your teeth? Why do you need your teeth to be strong and hard? Read and find out all about teeth with Sid the Science Kid!

Let's face it-most kids don't enjoy brushing their teeth and sometimes even skip it! But that's only because they don't know the full story... Cavities vs. Toothpaste is the hilarious sequel to the bestselling Germs vs. Soap, only this time the secret world of bacteria is revealed! Bacteria (the baaad kind) have the biggest craving for anything that has sugar in it! That's why they like hanging out on teeth. The only problem? Eating too much sugar makes them have to go to the bathroom really badly: aka lactic acid, or as bacteria would say, "sugapoo". All that sugapoo forms holes in your teeth, called cavities. Ouch! But there is a way to stop them: toothpaste! So who will win? You decide. With playful illustrations, educational graphics, and laugh-out-loud text, this book will get kids to brush their teeth properly all while having fun!