School Age Kids

Giving your kids smart snacks such as fresh fruit and vegetables are great ways to keep their teeth and bodies healthy. Download the "20 Smart Snacks for Kids" coloring guide.

Turn yourself into a brushing super sleuth with these eight dental clues that your child might be cutting corners with, or completely skipping out on, brushing and flossing.

Flossing seems like such an "adult" thing, but the truth is children should start learning how to floss between the ages of 2-3. Use this "How To" guide to make flossing easier for your child.

The words "cavity-fighting" and "mints" don't seem to go together, but scientists have found a way to make them gel. Find out why BasicMints are going to change the way we think of candy.

It's never too early to start building healthy dental care habits! Learn simple ways to protect against tooth decay and find out when your little one should see an orthodontist.

Eating sweets may not be hazardous to your dental health -- if you choose mints or gum sweetened with Xylitol. Xylitol tastes like sugar but helps fights cavities - not start them!

Aside from going to school with your children, there's just no way to make sure they're eating well at school. Or is there? You can pack a healthy lunch and do some other things, too.

As a parent, you know what's best for your child. But does that mean you should be allowed in the dental operatory with your child? You may be surprised to learn what the ADA recommends.

Cavities are always a concern when you have children. Making minor changes can have a major impact. Learn six easy ways to reduce the risk of cavities.

Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is a condition that affects up to 30 percent of children. While most kids stop teeth grinding on their own, it's important to know how to help those who don't.