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  Orthodontics is not only about making your smile pretty. Although not every child will need braces, having an early assessment can prevent issues such as crowding or breathing obstruction—or future teeth shifts if you manage to adjust the jaw while it’s still growing. Parents naturally will have questions about …

Experts share the truth behind some of the season’s biggest misconceptions.

  Warmer temperatures and sunny skies encourage many families to take to the streets and sidewalks to ride their bikes. Biking through the neighborhood is one of the simplest ways to entertain oneself and stay in shape. But biking can also bring about a few risks, especially for first-time riders. …

  Rates of anxiety and depression among youth have soared over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. Last fall, a coalition of the nation’s leading experts in pediatric health declared a national emergency in child and adolescent mental health. Due to structural inequities, this mental health crisis is worst among …

  During Maya’s* first birthday celebration, her mother knew something was different. “We were singing ‘Happy Birthday,’ and she had such a blank stare. In that moment, I knew something was off,” recalls Elizabeth Chaillou, who perhaps had special insight into typical childhood milestones given that Maya is the youngest …

  We polled dental professionals from across the mid-Atlantic region to address common questions in pediatric oral care. Our final expert voice is Dr. Maria Cordero-Ricardo, who has helpful advice for parents on brushing teeth. Dr. Maria Cordero-Ricardo, DMD, MS, MPH | Philadelphia Pediatric Dentistry, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania   When are …

Keep track of your teeth brushing every week. Click on the image below to download this chart as a PDF.  

In the third segment of our Heart-Healthy feature for American Heart Month, included in the digital edition of our February 2022 issue, we look at sleep habits kids can form to maintain good cardiovascular health. Sleep Getting good sleep is necessary for a healthy heart. “You really need a good …

  February is American Heart Month. Now is a great time to think about your child’s cardiovascular health. Eating a well-rounded diet, exercising regularly and getting good sleep are all important habits to form as kids and carry into adulthood. By making heart-healthy choices a part of your family’s routine, …

  While you continue to take precautions to keep your kids safe from COVID-19, you also should know that we’re in the midst of cold and flu season. Parents and kids can take simple, everyday steps to support their immune systems at this time of year. The most effective way …