Little Smiles of Washington

Our pumpkin winners! (We think they all looked great, though. ) Thanks for playing along and helping us get in the Halloween spirit! @littlesmilesofwashington #happyhalloween #smile #happykids #happyteeth #washingtonmissouri #pediatricdentistry #pediatricdentist #kidsdentist

We can't resist a little Halloween fun! "Gru: (to Agnes) Did you brush your teeth? Let me smell. Let me smell. (Takes a whiff) Gru: You did *not*!"... A friendly reminder to brush those teeth after enjoying your treats! @littlesmilesofwashington #happyhalloween #gru #minions #smile #happykids #happyteeth #oralhealth #kidsdentist #pediatricdentist #pediatricdentistry #washingtonmissouri See more

Our team members have been hard at work on their pumpkins! Vote for your favorite pumpkin in the comment section using the assigned number. @littlesmilesofwashington #halloween #pumpkins #jackolantern #pumpkinseason #washingtonmissouri #kidsdentist #pediatricdentistry #smile #happykids #happyteeeth

Last couple of days to enter our Halloween giveaway! Let's see those costumes!

Dr. Corey has some tiny helpers at the office today. @littlesmilesofwashington #bringyourfamilytoworksunday #kidsdentist #pediatricdentist #pediatricdentistry #washingtonmissouri

Halloween is coming and we are ready! Dr. Corey is really feeling his Gru get up over here... @littlesmilesofwashington

Our #MondayMantra. Who has had joy sparked in their life by a good Shel Silverstein poem?! This one is giving us inspiration on a gloomy fall day. @littlesmilesofwashington #smile #kidsdentist #pediatricdentist #washingtonmissouri #washmo #happykids #happyteeth #oralhealth

Happy Boss's Day, Dr. Corey! @littlesmilesofwashington #happybossday #washingtonmissouri #kidsdentist #pediatricdentist #smile #happykids #happyteeth

Come visit us as a new patient and sign our "Sweet New Friends" wall. We would love to see your name here! @littlesmilesofwashington #kidsdentist #pediatricdentist #smile #oralhealth #happykids #happyteeth #wahingtonmissouri

Sharing this again! We want to see those costumes! @littlesmilesofwashington

Happy Birthday, Amber! We are so happy to have you on our team and hope you have a wonderful day! @littlesmilesofwashington #happybirthday

Who doesn't love a giveaway?! We will be giving away several Target gift cards to our winners! Follow the instructions below for a chance to win: Post a photo of your child/children in their Halloween costume to Facebook and tag @littlesmilesofwashington. This will earn one entry in our drawing. Earn a BONUS entry if your child/children holds their toothbrush or any Little Smiles insignia in the photo. ... Post photos through October 31st and we will draw winners the 1st week of November. #giveaway #smile #halloween #costume #washingtonmissouri

It seems that #FLUORIDE is often a topic our families have questions about. Little Smiles of Washington follows guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and American Dental Association for treatment with fluoride. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions: What is fluoride? "Fluoride is nature's cavity fighter and occurs naturally in varying amounts in water sources such as rivers, lakes and even the oceans. Fluoride is naturally present ...to some extent in certain foods and beverages but the levels vary widely." (www.ada.org) How does fluoride protect teeth? "Fluoride inhibits loss of minerals from tooth enamel and encourages remineralization (strengthening areas that are weakened and beginning to form cavities). Fluoride also affects bacteria that cause cavities, discouraging acid attacks that break down the tooth." (www.aapd.org) What is water fluoridation? "Community water fluoridation is simply the addition of fluoride to drinking water to increase the natural fluoride level up to the recommended level that helps prevent cavities." (www.ada.org) Washington's water supply is NOT fluoridated, along with a large portion of Franklin County. Should my child be using a fluoride toothpaste? Yes. Look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance on your child's toothpaste. From the time your child's first tooth erupts until age 2, use a smear of fluoride toothpaste (think the size of a grain of rice) and brush twice daily. Parents can increase the amount of toothpaste to a pea-sized amount after age 2. If you have questions about fluoride, feel free to ask Dr. Corey at your next visit! @littlesmilesofwashington #fluoride #smile #oralhealth #kidsdentist #pediatricdentist #happykids #happyteeth #washingtonmissouri