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Kids and Teeth Grinding
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.
Grind, grind, grind… if your little one happens to be a teeth grinder, you may be familiar with this unpleasant sound. Teeth grinding, or what the doctor and our team Read more
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Why Is My Child Getting Cavities?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
We want our children to have every advantage, including oral health. That’s why you encourage your child to brush twice a day. You keep the sugary treats to a minimum. Read more
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When Is a “Cavity” Not a Cavity?
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.
Is this a trick question? After all, you and your family probably already know quite a lot about cavities: It all begins when bacteria-filled plaque sticks to teeth and starts to Read more
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They're just baby teeth, right?
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
“But they are only baby teeth; won’t they just fall out?” Our team at Drs. Delaney, Root & Associates, PC has had these questions asked many times from parents over Read more
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Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.
Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more
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Mouthguard Protection
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
Let’s talk about mouthguards and night guards—two crucial appliances that protect your child’s teeth and jaw. We could talk about how important a mouthguard is when your family leads an active Read more
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What is a water pick and do I need one?
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and Read more
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Sealants Protect Your Child’s Teeth from Decay
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
Sealants provide a thin coating over molars that can be a powerful tool to protect your child’s teeth from decay. This simple and painless solution can be applied in a Read more
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The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
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What is a pediatric dentist?
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
Our team at Drs. Delaney, Root & Associates, PC hears this question a lot. According to our friends at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), pediatric dentistry is “an Read more
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Losing a Baby Tooth
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
It seems like yesterday. There you were, comforting your baby through sleepless nights, soothing her with a dentist-approved teether, celebrating as that first tiny tooth poked through her gums. And Read more
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What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Drs. Read more
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Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break Read more
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The Perks of Dairy
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things Read more
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Oral Health Concerns for Teens
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
You have a lot more freedom as a teenager than you did as a young child. You also have a lot more responsibilities, and one of your jobs is to Read more
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Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day” Read more