The Perks of Dairy

January 3rd, 2024

We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things you were told growing up. Though parents occasionally exaggerate to get their kids to do certain things (such as eat veggies or behave), they’re spot-on…
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Dangers of Thumb Sucking

December 28th, 2023

It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. Dr. Rugama and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road if the habit isn’t broken early on. It’s normal for infants to explore the function of their mouths by putting objects like their thumbs inside…
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Preventing Toddler Tooth Decay

December 20th, 2023

You do everything you can to protect your toddler with safeguards large and small. Installing that complicated car seat. Figuring out which sunscreen is best for delicate skin. Spending weeks childproofing your home. But all the work protecting your child is more than worth it because the rewards are so great. And one more everyday…
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Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling

December 13th, 2023

Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year lets us keep an eye out for any developing issues. It’s important to remember that this goes for the whole family. Children over one year old should be seeing Dr. Rugama! Stay fresh. At Tooth…
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