We’ve all heard those stories, maybe we even have a few of our own, about tying the string to a door and slamming it shut to pull out that super lose tooth. Losing teeth is a right of passage for every child, and can bring about a whole world of excitement for children as they begin to lose their baby teeth. However, as this new stage of life approaches as a parent you might be wondering when it might happen and what you should be aware of to ensure you or your children don’t cause any damage to the mouth. When Will My Child Start Losing Teeth? Your children’s baby teeth, or primary teeth, will typically start to loosen and fall out around the age of 6 or 7. You can expect that the teeth will fall out in the same order that they first popped through during their teething phase. So this means that the bottom central teeth and then the top front teeth will be the first to go, followed by the others. Can I Pull Out A Loose Tooth? While it might be tempting for you or your children to help aid the tooth along in falling...

Keeping your teeth in the best shape possible can be tough for even the most diligent of adults. From regular checkups to daily brushing and flossing there are a lot of factors that influence how healthy your teeth and gums stay. With kids it can often be a battle to accomplish even the most basic of hygiene habits and that’s why we’re here to offer five ways that you can help your kids to ensure they have healthy mouths. 1. Establish a good hygiene routine early As with anything you undergo with children routines can be a major help. Start working at them at a young age – we recommend starting when that first baby tooth pops through - by introducing twice daily brushing routine. You’ll want to make sure that you continue to help your children brush until they’re about 8 years old to make sure they’re not missing any major spots. We also recommend that you start introducing flossing as soon as your children’s teeth start to touch. That’s when plaque and tartar can start to get trapped. 2. Make the routine fun Get creative and think of ways that you can make your kids tooth brushing experience...