Help Your Child Visit the Dentist! | 10 AMAZING HACKS in 2020!

December 27, 2019/14 Comments/in children dental health /by Darryl Engel

Regular dental visits are essential in helping your child maintain good dental hygiene. For kids, however, visits to the dentist can be incredibly stressful and scary. Imagine it from your child’s perspective. She is sitting in a strange chair in a strange office with unfamiliar, scary-looking tools and sounds all around her. Strangers are poking cold metal objects into her mouth and possibly even causing pain during cleanings or treatments. Though these experiences can be scary for children, there are several things you can do to help relieve your child’s fear of dental practitioners. In this post, we’ll show you how to help your child visit the dentist! Let’s get cracking.

Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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5 Easy Foods for Healthy Gums and Teeth | EASY FOLLOW FACTS

December 9, 2019/0 Comments/in children dental health /by Giovanni Greenard

Your oral health is determined by far more than just your brushing and flossing habits. Even the most diligent oral hygiene in the world cannot undo the damages caused by the constant consumption of sugary beverages, sticky breakfast pastries, and other ultra-sweet, empty-calorie foods. Maintaining a healthy, nutrient-dense diet is a critical part of nourishing, supporting, and caring for your teeth. In this post, we’re going to show you a quick guide to healthy gums and teeth. Let’s get cracking.

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Wisdom Teeth | 3 ANSWERS FOR A SUPER MUM

November 15, 2019/0 Comments/in children dental health /by Darryl Engel

Wisdom teeth are a common dental concern for teenagers and young adults everywhere. They may speak of them with dread and expect a painful visit to the dentist because of them. There is no reason to fear these teeth! It can be helpful for every mum to have a good understanding of what these teeth are and why they are commonly such a problem. In this post, we’re going to show you the facts on wisdom teeth. Let’s kick things off with strategy #1

Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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Curious What Kids Under the Age of 5 Should Drink? | 2020 GUIDELINES

November 5, 2019/0 Comments/in children dental health /by Darryl Engel

As a parent or caregiver of kids under the age of 5, you have a major responsibility to help them learn healthy habits that protect their overall wellbeing. Over the years, food and beverage trends have come and gone, and you may be wondering exactly what you are supposed to be giving your child to quench their thirst. While juice boxes and flavored kinds of milk might be advertised all over parenting websites and magazines, the truth is that you need to be cautious about what your child puts into their mouth. In this post, we’re going to show you how to satisfy your angel’s thirst. Let’s dive right in.
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Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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5 Questions to Ask (at Your Child’s Back-to-School Dental Visit)

October 10, 2019/0 Comments/in children dental health /by Darryl Engel

Back-to-school dental exams are required in some instances and are highly recommended for all. Back-to-school dental exams are mandated by some school districts. It’s hardly surprising when you stop to consider all of the alarming research out there about chronic dental disease in school-age children. Chronic dental disease, including tooth decay and caries (cavities), account for over 51 million school hours missed each year.

Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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Emergency! (Are My Teeth Supposed to Move Like This?)

September 24, 2019/0 Comments/in pediatric orthodontics /by Darryl Engel

Emergency, are my teeth supposed to move like this? When your child feels self-conscious about their smile, you want to do everything possible to ensure that this does not become a lifetime reality for them. Orthodontics can do a world of good for your child’s smile. And is something that you’re going to find to be helpful in a variety of ways. This is why it is a good idea to make an appointment for your child to be seen by an orthodontic professional specializing in pediatric care so that you know they are getting a treatment plan designed specifically for them.

Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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How do Dentists Handle? (a Squirmy Toddler)

September 6, 2019/0 Comments/in pediatric dentist, children dental health /by Darryl Engel

Visiting the dentist is not just scary for squirmy toddlers or kids – it is often quite scary for adults too! In fact, more than one-third of people nationwide report feeling fearful of going to the dentist. But you don’t want your toddler growing up feeling fearful of the dentist’s chair! The best way to make sure this never happens is to take your toddler to the right pediatric dentist who knows just how to handle squirmy/fidgety toddlers and ease their fears.

Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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What Age Do Baby Teeth Fall Out? (Updated)

August 17, 2019/0 Comments/in children dental health /by Darryl Engel

When your child loses their first tooth, it is almost like a rite of passage to be visited by the tooth fairy and be gifted for the pain and trouble the little tooth caused. After all, these kinds of sweet moments in your child’s life have them cherish their childhood forever. However, you may wonder what time the tooth fairy has to come out and around what age baby teeth normally fall out?

Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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What is the Truth of Baby Teeth? (A Timeline)

August 8, 2019/0 Comments/in pediatric dentist /by Darryl Engel

What is the truth of baby teeth? It’s absolutely exciting to watch your child grow up. From the first crawl to that first little step, every little progress seems like such a huge milestone. As parents, we can not help but remain in awe and lowkey keep an eye out constantly to make sure everything is happening at the right place.

Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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A [Complete] History of the Tooth Fairy

July 25, 2019/0 Comments/in children dental health /by Darryl Engel

There comes a point in time when your child asks you the inevitable question; “Is Santa Clause real?” you are never really prepared with a proper answer. No sooner have you cooked up one than when they hit you with a follow-up question; “And is the Tooth Fairy real?” Again, you will most likely go with what your gut tells you. After all, no one wants to disappoint their child. But what if she was real? Let us delve a bit into history and find out.

Darryl Engel

Dr Engel holds a speciality license in pediatric dentistry from New Jersey and New York. He also has attained sedation certification, which allows for in-office oral sedation options, and he’s on staff at Hackensack University Medical Center. As an attending pediatric dentist at HUMC, Dr Engel retains operating room privileges, allowing for an array of treatment modalities and anaesthesia options.

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Help Your Child Visit the Dentist! | 10 AMAZING HACKS in 2020!

5 Easy Foods for Healthy Gums and Teeth | EASY FOLLOW FACTS

Wisdom Teeth | 3 ANSWERS FOR A SUPER MUM

Curious What Kids Under the Age of 5 Should Drink? | 2020 GUIDELINES

5 Questions to Ask (at Your Child’s Back-to-School Dental Visit)

Emergency! (Are My Teeth Supposed to Move Like This?)

How do Dentists Handle? (a Squirmy Toddler)

What Age Do Baby Teeth Fall Out? (Updated)

What is the Truth of Baby Teeth? (A Timeline)

A [Complete] History of the Tooth Fairy

KinderSmiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

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