One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is very noticeable. Is this something to be concerned about? Happily, probably not. Both baby teeth and adult teeth have the same basic structure. The inside…
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Fort Collins parents may encounter a common yet often misunderstood issue concerning their children's oral health: tongue tie . Tongue tie, medically known as ankyloglossia, can affect infants and children, potentially causing a range of symptoms that impact their feeding, speech, and oral development. In this post, we'll explain what tongue tie is, its symptoms, and…
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The month of May has the unique distinction of being National Teen Self-Esteem Month. What does that mean? National Teen Self-Esteem Month was created to raise public awareness about how low self-esteem can negatively affect teens. Especially during May, parents and guardians of teens are asked to be positive role models. If teens can receive…
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It’s understandable that kids would rather be playing outside or watching their favorite movie instead of doing a “boring” task like brushing their teeth. But there are ways to make brushing fun for your son or daughter, and encourage healthy oral hygiene habits early on! Dr. Van Tassell and Dr. Alleman and our team have…
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