REPLAY: Life is Better With Teeth with Dr. Ted Bennion

Send us Fan MailIn this episode REPLAY from season one, DJ dives into the often challenging world of oral care for kids with Dr. Ted Bennion. Join in as they explore how parents can make a significant impact on their children's tooth care, the best ways to discuss oral hygiene with your child, and address common concerns such as thumb sucking and the use of fluoride. Listen in as they also cover when to start oral care and how to make tooth brushing a fun and loving activity, transforming a daily routine into a bonding experience. Be sure to stick around. Beyond oral care, Dr. Ted, known for his infectious happiness, shares valuable parenting insights that will benefit any family. Don't miss this episode filled with practical tips and positive energy!TIMESTAMPS6:31 - Parents should embrace their child's thumb-sucking habit as a sign of happiness and connection, rather than trying to stop it.20:16 - Parents' fears and negative experiences with dentistry can be passed down to children, leading to dental phobes and negative associations with oral care.24:19 - Dr. Ted Bennion emphasizes the importance of establishing good oral care habits in children from a young age.31:24 - Regular cleaning by an assistant at pediatric dentist appointments is often sufficient, as kids' teeth are relatively easy to clean and don't typically develop bacteria quickly.For more information on the Imperfect Heroes podcast, visit: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/Connect with Us!DJ Stutz -Website: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/littleheartsacademy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littleheartsacademy/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQRumble: https://rumble.com/v449rkoDJ Stutz Booking Link: https://bookme.name/ImperfectheroespodcastONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundleDr. Ted BennionWebsite: https://www.bennionsmiles.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bennionorthodonticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bennionsmiles/🎙️ Podcast Production by Dandelion Media Support the showSupport the show.If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support.  Every little bit helps.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support