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We’ve all learned a lot about staying healthy lately. As a parent, you give good advice about avoiding germs in public places, cleaning things that get touched a lot like phones and keyboards, and learning the best way to wash hands. These small daily habits can have a big effect on your child’s health. And…
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It’s your child’s first filling at our Santa Cruz office, and perhaps you’re both a little nervous. Your child doesn’t know what to expect, and you want to make sure this is a positive experience. We have some suggestions that might help both of you! Partner with Your Child’s Dentist Because a pediatric dentist is…
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October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Santa Cruz, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic treatment makes possible!Because October is Orthodontic Health Month, and it’s a great time to talk about how your orthodontist helps you create not just a more…
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According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, your child should visit a dentist, like Dr. Brent Porter, when his or her first tooth pops through the gum, or by time they are one year old. Children do not always want to brush their teeth. In fact, the average child has three cavities by the…
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