No Tricks, Just Treats: How to Enjoy Halloween and Keep Your Child’s Smile Healthy
Halloween is just around the corner, and families in Santa Barbara and Goleta, CA, are preparing for all the festive fun—costumes, trick-or-treating, and plenty of candy! While Halloween is an exciting holiday for kids, it can also present challenges for maintaining good oral health. At Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry, we want your child to enjoy […]
Earning an A+ Smile: 7 Reasons Why September is the Perfect Time to Start Your Invisalign Journey
Earning an A+ Smile: 7 Reasons Why September is the Perfect Time to Start Your Invisalign Journey As the summer days slowly fade away and the crisp autumn air begins to creep in, September marks a time of new beginnings. For a lot of our patients, it’s the start of a new school year, the […]
Understanding and Preventing Gum Disease in Kids: A Comprehensive Guide
At Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry, our number one goal is to help educate both our patients and their parents on the best oral hygiene practices to prevent issues like cavities, gum disease and tooth decay in their little ones. While many families are aware of the dangers of cavities and tooth decay, we get several […]
Oral Health Awareness Month: Understanding the Link Between Oral Health and Overall Wellness
Now that flowers are starting to bloom and April is here, our team at Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry is welcoming spring and celebrating Oral Health Awareness month! This month helps us remember how important it is to take care of our teeth and gums. Taking care of our mouths can even help us take better […]
Celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month: Healthy Habits for Healthy Smiles!
Did you know that February is National Children’s Dental Health Month? The American Dental Association declared February 8th as Children’s Dental Health Day in 1949, then in 1981 the holiday was extended to month-long observance! At Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry, we love to celebrate NCDHM alongside our fellow dental professionals. This month-long celebration provides us […]
Six Hidden Benefits of Braces
For More Than Straight Teeth At Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry, our number one goal is to help each one of our patients build and preserve the health of their smile. You might think that regular cleanings, good oral hygiene and a nourishing diet are enough to keep your child’s smiles healthy, but there is actually […]
How to Choose the Right Toothbrush for Your Child
Choosing the right toothbrush and toothpaste is vital to your kiddo’s oral health, and it’s important to know what tools are best for their oral care at every developmental stage. From your baby’s first tooth, to your teenager starting orthodontic treatment, our team at Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry is here to help you find the […]
5 Ways Oral Hygiene Impacts Your Child’s Overall Well-Being
At Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry, we know teaching and instilling good oral hygiene habits in your children can be difficult, but these habits are necessary for more than just clean and happy teeth. Good oral hygiene can protect your little one from various overall health concerns. Knowing how to properly care for your child’s teeth, […]
5 Habits That can be Harmful to Your Teeth
Hello, Dr. Hayley Cox here with Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry in Santa Barbara, CA. As your dentist, I want to teach you how to properly care for your teeth during and after your orthodontic treatment, so you can have the best smile possible! Investing in the treatment process is a big commitment and we don’t […]
5 Tips to Step Up Your Home Dental Care
Hello again! Dr. Hayley Cox here with Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry and today we’d like to talk to you about cavities and your at-home dental care routine. We all dread finding out we have a cavity. Cavities often make us feel like we haven’t prioritized our oral health. Not only can cavities feel embarrassing, but […]