When is the FIRST visit to Ziving?
At age 3? At age 5? When something hurts? NO! ❌ The official recommendation of pediatric dentists is clear: The first visit to the dentist should be when you turn ONE YEAR 🎂, or at the latest, 6 months after your first tooth comes in. “So soon? But he barely has any teeth!” Exactly! That […]
Finger sucking in infancy: consequences and the importance of early prevention
Finger sucking, commonly known as thumb sucking, is a common behavior in infants during the first weeks of life. At this early stage it responds to an innate and natural reflex. However, as the child grows, this habit should progressively diminish. When it persists over time, it can become a major problem that affects the […]
Early orthodontics in children: why it is important to act in time
Early orthodontics in children is essential to prevent dental and bone problems before they become serious. This type of treatment makes it possible to detect alterations in the development of the mouth during childhood and to act at the right time, favoring a correct masticatory and respiratory function and a healthy smile in the long […]
SOS Teething! What to DO and what NOT to do?
That stage in which they drool non-stop, everything goes in their mouths and they are more irritable… teething! What DOES help? ✅ Cold: A silicone teether cooled in the refrigerator (NEVER in the freezer, it can burn!). ✅ Massage: Wash your hands thoroughly and gently massage your gum with your clean finger (or a silicone […]
The Most Dangerous Myth about Baby Teeth
“Anyway, if they’re made of milk…. they’ll fall off!” 🙅♀️ Mom, this is one of the most dangerous phrases for your child’s dental health – baby teeth DO matter! They matter a lot. Why are they so crucial? 🦷 They guard the space: They are the guardians of the site where the permanent teeth will […]
🍎 Snacks “Friends” vs. 🍬 Snacks “Enemies” of your Teeth.
The snacking war! What they eat between meals can be key to avoiding cavities. 🔴 ENEMIES (Those to be VERY LIMITED): Sticky gummies and candies: They stick to the teeth for hours and hours. Cookies and pastries: Sugar and refined flours are a feast for bacteria. Packaged juices (even the “natural” ones!): They have lots […]
The Silent Enemy in the Cradle: Baby Bottle Cavities
Imagine this: Your little one falls asleep peacefully while drinking his bottle of milk… It sounds cute, but it’s one of the biggest risks to their teeth. 🚫🍼 It is called “Baby Bottle Tooth Decay” (or rampant childhood caries). What’s up? At night, saliva production (which cleans the mouth) decreases dramatically. If your child falls […]
The Mistake we (almost) all make with toothpaste
Do you put toothpaste on his toothbrush “by eye”? 🤫 Careful! Quantity DOES matter. Using too much fluoride toothpaste in very young children can cause fluorosis, tiny white spots on their permanent teeth (those that have not yet erupted). The golden rule is: From 0 to 3 years: The size of a GRAIN OF RICE(Yes, […]
Are you sure you are brushing your child’s teeth WELL (The Technique)?
Letting them brush is the first step, but HOW we do it is just as important! Many parents brush by “rubbing” from side to side (like a handsaw), and this can be ineffective on the little ones. The right technique (for them and for us): 🔹 Circular movements: Place the brush at the gum line […]
Summer: the best excuse to smile … and check your dental health
Vacations, longer days, less rush… Summer is that time when you finally stop for a while. Summer is that time when you finally stop for a while. What if you take the opportunity to do something you’ve been putting off for months? 👉 Get a dental check-up at DentalSpa It may not be on your […]