Helpful Stuff for Dental-Curious Parents

Tips, guides, and the occasional opinion from Dr. Alex and Dr. Kevin.

Your Child's First Dental Visit: What to Expect (And Why Age 1 Is the Magic Number)

The AAPD recommends a first dental visit by age one. Here’s exactly what happens, why it matters, and how to make it a great experience.

I can show you the world. Shining, SHIMERING, splendid.

We keep our prize drawer pretty fresh. Giant plush snakes? CHECK. Oversized googly-glasses? CHECK. Shimering Narwhals? We’re pretty sure that’s

Small Teeth are a Good Fit for a Small Business

A decade ago, Dr. Alex and I were sitting in a windowless meeting room at the UNC School of Dentistry.

My child is 38. Is it too late to take her to the dentist?

Howdy Folks! It’s been awhile. The signs are up, the doors are open, the fluoridated water is a- flowing and

While You Were Sleeping

Despite what you’ve seen in the media, going to see the dentist isn’t always life’s most hilarious and compelling experience.

How can I clean my kids’ teeth? I’m not even a dentist.

How can I possibly keep my kids’ teeth clean when I’m not even a dentist? Great question. We’re glad you

Exploring Cavities

If you’ve got a mouth, I think it’s important that you have an idea of how cavities work. It’s an

I can show you the world. Shining, SHIMERING, splendid.

We keep our prize drawer pretty fresh. Giant plush snakes? CHECK. Oversized googly-glasses? CHECK. Shimering Narwhals? We’re pretty sure that’s

Small Teeth are a Good Fit for a Small Business

A decade ago, Dr. Alex and I were sitting in a windowless meeting room at the UNC School of Dentistry.

My child is 38. Is it too late to take her to the dentist?

Howdy Folks! It’s been awhile. The signs are up, the doors are open, the fluoridated water is a- flowing and

While You Were Sleeping

Despite what you’ve seen in the media, going to see the dentist isn’t always life’s most hilarious and compelling experience.

How can I clean my kids’ teeth? I’m not even a dentist.

How can I possibly keep my kids’ teeth clean when I’m not even a dentist? Great question. We’re glad you

Exploring Cavities

If you’ve got a mouth, I think it’s important that you have an idea of how cavities work. It’s an

My child is 38. Is it too late to take her to the dentist?

Howdy Folks! It’s been awhile. The signs are up, the doors are open, the fluoridated water is a- flowing and

Exploring Cavities

If you’ve got a mouth, I think it’s important that you have an idea of how cavities work. It’s an

I can show you the world. Shining, SHIMERING, splendid.

We keep our prize drawer pretty fresh. Giant plush snakes? CHECK. Oversized googly-glasses? CHECK. Shimering Narwhals? We’re pretty sure that’s

Small Teeth are a Good Fit for a Small Business

A decade ago, Dr. Alex and I were sitting in a windowless meeting room at the UNC School of Dentistry.

My child is 38. Is it too late to take her to the dentist?

Howdy Folks! It’s been awhile. The signs are up, the doors are open, the fluoridated water is a- flowing and

While You Were Sleeping

Despite what you’ve seen in the media, going to see the dentist isn’t always life’s most hilarious and compelling experience.

How can I clean my kids’ teeth? I’m not even a dentist.

How can I possibly keep my kids’ teeth clean when I’m not even a dentist? Great question. We’re glad you

Exploring Cavities

If you’ve got a mouth, I think it’s important that you have an idea of how cavities work. It’s an

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