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 […]
5 Easy Tips to Prepare Your Child for Their First Dental Visit
Is it time for your child’s first dental appointment? Are you feeling nervous about their first appointment? While your child’s first dental appointment can seem nerve-wracking, it doesn’t have to be! Here are 5 Easy Tips to Prepare Your Child for Their First Dental Visit from Dr. Cox. These 5 simple steps can help you […]
Overcoming Dental Anxiety
Bring a friend or family member with you You will feel more relaxed knowing a family member or friend is waiting in the lobby for you. We want you to bring along a friend to your appointment if it means you’ll feel more relaxed during your visit. This is an easy way to alleviate some […]
Why Straight Teeth Matter
Several patients pursue orthodontic treatment at Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry so they can have an aesthetic, straight smile, but straight teeth provide more than just a pretty smile. Your teeth are meant to line-up and fit together, so they can properly do their job. When you have crooked teeth or misaligned jaws, your teeth can’t […]
Five Perks of Following Your Dentist on Social Media
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok are all social media apps we find ourselves, and our teens, browsing throughout the day. These social media platforms provide easy access to our friends, family members and even celebrities we follow. These platforms are also a practical way for patients to connect and stay up to date with their […]