Baby’s First Dental Visit: A Milestone for Healthy Smiles
Your baby’s first tooth is an exciting milestone—and the perfect time to schedule their first dental visit! Early dental care is key to prev
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Welcome to Urbana Pediatric Dentistry's dental health blog for kids and parents. Here, you'll find dental news, tips, advice and insights to help you keep those little teeth healthy.
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Oct 75 min read
Teething Toys: What They Say vs. What Your Baby Really Thinks
As a pediatric dentist, I’ve seen countless parents wondering, “Are teething toys really good for babies?” It’s a common question
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Aug 134 min read
When to Use a Pacifier: Tips from a Pediatric Dentist
But when to use a pacifier and for how long can be puzzling questions for many caregivers. Dr. Dina, a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist in
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Jun 176 min read
Discover the Best Baby Bottles: A Guide to Different Types
Discover the best baby bottles with our guide on types, materials, and designs, plus tips for breastfed babies and anti-colic options.
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Nov 16, 20238 min read
Understanding How Nutrition Affects Pediatric Oral Health
We're diving deep into the world of how nutrition affects pediatric oral health, where tooth fairies are real but sugar monsters lurk.
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Oct 17, 20237 min read
Baby Teething Timeline: Navigating Your Child's First Teeth
Ever watch a sunrise? Slowly, the dark gives way to light, revealing new details in the landscape. That's kind of like your baby teething ti
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Aug 8, 20236 min read
Boosting Child Health: Benefits of Pediatric Nasal Breathing
The benefits of pediatric nasal breathing are often overlooked, yet they play a crucial role in your child's overall health. Nasal breathing
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Jun 13, 20237 min read
Pediatric Dentist Recommended: Best Types of Bottles for Babies
This blog covers best types of bottles for babies, examining aspects such as bottle design and material choices to ensure safety when
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Mar 15, 20237 min read
Everything You Need to Know About Pediatric Restorative Dentistry
Restorative care is a key factor in pediatric dentistry, ranging from composite fillings to stainless steel crowns and pulpotomies, helping
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Jan 23, 20236 min read
Finding a Pediatric Dentist Near You: Tips for Parents
Pediatric dentistry is a specialized form of dental care that focuses on providing optimal oral health for children. From infant exams to
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Dec 28, 202211 min read
How Long Should Kids Brush & Floss at Home? Tips for Parents
Maintaining good oral hygiene is an essential part of your child’s overall health and well-being. From learning how long to brush their teet
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Mar 25, 20224 min read
Why Use a Pacifier, When and How to Wean
We get it. Being parents to a newborn baby can be very confusing, especially if this is your first rodeo. While trying to figure it out,...
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Oct 22, 20215 min read
What causes tooth decay in baby teeth?
The human mouth is naturally filled with bacteria that are necessary to our digestive process and hygiene, but when we eat something and...
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Aug 20, 20214 min read
8 Questions To Ask Your Child's Dentist
As parents, we want the best for our children; we want them to be happy, healthy, and active. We also want them to retain their pearly...
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Jul 30, 20213 min read
Explainer: Understanding Restorative Dentistry for Kids
Did you know that one in every five American children aged between 5 and 8 have at least one decayed tooth? Poor oral health not only...
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Apr 16, 20214 min read
Top Reasons For Preventive Dental Care For Kids
Achieving dental health requires lifetime care that begins no later than your toddler's first birthday. During this period, parents have...
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Dr. Dina Chehab
Mar 31, 20213 min read
Top 3 Diet & Nutrition Tips to Protect Your Child’s Teeth
Are you looking for diet and nutrition tips to protect your child’s teeth? Moms and dads, we get it! Life is busy and things moves fast...
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