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kids

Darby’s SmartScramble Charity Tourney to Benefit Give Kids a Smile

Mar 20, 2019

Darby Dental Supply, one of the largest dental distributors in the United States, is gearing up to host the 18th annual SmartScramble Charity Golf Outing to support the Arizona Dental Association’s Give Kids a Smile program.

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7 Ways to Make Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids

Nov 27, 2018

Parents can help protect their child’s teeth from caries by practicing healthy oral hygiene habits at home.

Milk Teeth Provide Insight to Modern Health

Sep 19, 2018

Researchers from the University of Bradford in West Yorkshire, England, report evidence from the milk teeth of ancient Anglo-Saxon children provided a more reliable indicator of the effects of diet and health than bone.

Minnesota Dental Association Hosts Oral Health Summit

Sep 14, 2018

Did you know, 26.6% of Minnesotans are without dental insurance and 39% of children in low-income households haven’t seen an oral health professional in the past year?

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Test Your Knowledge on Tooth Decay and Mouthrinse

Sep 12, 2018

Tooth decay remains a significant problem in kids. Take this quiz to see how your memory stacks up when it comes to the facts about the role of mouthrinses in caries prevention.

Kids’ Caries Guidelines Released for ‘Primary Care Providers’

Aug 14, 2018

The United States Preventive Services Task Force, an independent group of national experts in prevention and evidence-based medicine, has issued its final caries guidelines for primary care providers, which it defines as "physicians and…

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Sugary Drinks Hurt Kids’ Oral Health

Mar 9, 2016

The fact that consuming sugary drinks is bad for oral health is nothing new. However, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association, parents and caregivers in Mexico are not getting this message, as…

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What Strategies Do You Suggest For Dealing With Pediatric Patients?

Mar 9, 2016

We have a couple of patients in our pediatric dental practice who do not tolerate dental care well.

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Effective Pain Management for Kids

Feb 5, 2016

Preventing and controlling pain are integral to ensuring successful dental appointments among this patient population.

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Supporting Kids’ Smiles

Nov 17, 2014

School-based sealant programs are an excellent way to reduce dental caries among the youngest and most vulnerable populations.