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Melbernai
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Melissa

Re: New Mommy Member

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Posted 1/27/07 10:20 PM
 
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burberrygirl
so happy!!

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Mommy

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Posted 1/27/07 10:26 PM
 

Laura-DDS
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Laura

Re: New Mommy Member

Babies can definitely start teething early. 4 months is not unheard of Cole actually started about that time too and I actually had my first two teeth at 3 and 1/2 months the trick is finding what Jack likes best to sooth him Cole liked soft things like a cold wash cloth wet from the fridge or stuffed animals, other kids like teething rings b/c harder things push the teeth through faster. Orajel makes these great teething swabs (like a Q-tip filled with the gel) for easy application that I found really soothed Cole! Good luck with Jacks Teeth Debbie!Chat Icon

Posted 1/27/07 10:27 PM
 

Laura-DDS
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Member since 1/07

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Name:
Laura

Re: New Mommy Member

Thank you all so much for the warm welcome! I look forward to chatting with everyone and seeing more adorable smiles from these beautiful kids! Maybe we will even get to meet up with some of you on a playdate sometime!

Posted 1/27/07 10:30 PM
 

Samlove

Member since 5/05

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Name:
Shari

Re: New Mommy Member

I brougth my 4 1/2 year old to the dentist today. I was told we have to brush his teeth better and start flossing. That should be fun.

Anyway, Sara is almost a year and only has 2 teeth. I see alot of teeth cming in though. She doesnt seem like she is in pain at all. SHould I just give her something to such on anyway? She is using her binky more - the hospital ones. Sooothie kind. She chews on them . Any suggestions? Thanks


One more thing . He has a functinal heart murmur and i forgot to tell the dentist. He only had a cleaning is that ok?

Message edited 1/27/2007 11:42:10 PM.

Posted 1/27/07 10:34 PM
 

michele31
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Michele

Re: New Mommy Member

Welcome.

Posted 1/27/07 11:30 PM
 

Laura-DDS
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Member since 1/07

840 total posts

Name:
Laura

Re: New Mommy Member

Posted by Samlove

I brougth my 4 1/2 year old to the dentist today. I was told we have to brush his teeth better and start flossing. That should be fun.

Anyway, Sara is almost a year and only has 2 teeth. I see alot of teeth cming in though. She doesnt seem like she is in pain at all. SHould I just give her something to such on anyway? She is using her binky more - the hospital ones. Sooothie kind. She chews on them . Any suggestions? Thanks


One more thing . He has a functinal heart murmur and i forgot to tell the dentist. He only had a cleaning is that ok?



I forum e-mailed you but I just saw the heart murmur question. There are different types of murmurs.The biggest problems are NON-functional murmurs like a mitral valve prolapse. A FUNCTIONAL murmur is usually not an issue and does not require pre-medication for children or adults as the heart has no real problem it just has a different rhythm-some kids even grow out of it. The other type of murmur I discussed requires pre-medication for all dental work that would be invasive (may involve bleeding, extractions, cleanings...) any time there is a chance some bacteria may end up in the blood stream. It is a good idea to mention ALL types of murmurs to a dentist as everyone likes to manage their patients differently, but a functional murmur usually is not one to be concerned about so don't worry.Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 12:05 AM
 

4monkeys
boys will be boys =)

Member since 9/05

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Name:
:)

Re: New Mommy Member

Posted by Laura-DDS

Posted by anna

Hi Laura!
Welcome!! Cole is so handsome!
I have 3boys, John Anthony (just turned 4 in Oct), Nicholas (will be 3 in march) & Luciano (will be 6m next week).
Ive already taken the big boys to the dentist twice last year (annual checkups), ya proud of me Chat Icon Chat Icon

(I had cavities growing up, so I dont want them to go through that and Im like a NUT with them brushing their teeth Chat Icon

welcome aboard!
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Thanks for the welcome! I am so proud of you! Many people do not realize how important the check up is to avoid bigger problems later on. You would be surprised how many children I see at the hospital I work part time at that have parents that have no clue what is going on in their children's mouths-its sad b/c I know the kids are in pain! Good for you for being so pro-active!Chat Icon



Thanks Laura Chat Icon
It's sad that many of us (like me Chat Icon ) have terrible dentist memories Chat Icon we had an old man who would YELL at us for having cavities and even yell at my mom (because of our cavities) Chat Icon Chat Icon It was a huge practice and my 3 siblings and I hogged up the whole place when we went, lol. Just recently I asked her why we went to that practice for so long and she said because of our insurance Chat Icon
So I want to make the dentist experience a VERY happy one for my kids and I want them to take their teeth VERY seriously. Every time they have candy, I say "OK what are we going to do EXTRA GOOD TONITE???" and as we brush we talk about what we ate (that we shouldnt have Chat Icon) so we gotta scrub extra hard Chat Icon
Is it possible to brush too much or too harsh?

Please dont think we're only gonna hound you with questions. We love having experts and professionals here, but dont want you to feel like youre here only to answer questions. Actually you can ignore some of us like me who tend to babble on and on Chat Icon

So back to my dentist thing, you sound like you have a fun place for the kids too. Chat Icon We hope to meet you at a playdate soon too ! Cole seems like one happy little boy!! Chat Icon

This board has mommies from nassau, suffolk and queens, so im sure you'll find your way around in no time Chat Icon

Message edited 1/28/2007 7:23:32 AM.

Posted 1/28/07 7:22 AM
 

ckdk
My girls

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Cheryl

Re: New Mommy Member

Hi and welcome!Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 7:32 AM
 

SoinLove
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Kristin

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Posted 1/28/07 8:48 AM
 

Moehick
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Properly perfect™

Re: New Mommy Member

Welcome to the boards!Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 9:33 AM
 

Janice
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Janice

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welcomeChat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 10:43 AM
 

dld4e
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DJ

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Hi and welcome Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 10:58 AM
 

lvdolphins
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Re: New Mommy Member

Hi and Welcome! Your son is adorable!

Posted 1/28/07 11:03 AM
 

Faithx2
All good things in 2016!!

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Re: New Mommy Member

Welcome!! Your little boy is adorable!!! You have 2 hygienists here with ya- Girlygirl and myself. Now we have a whole dental team answering questions Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 11:44 AM
 

Stefanie

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Stefanie

Re: New Mommy Member

Welcome!!Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 12:30 PM
 

JD02
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Name:
Jen

Re: New Mommy Member

Welcome!

Posted 1/28/07 1:00 PM
 

wowcoulditbe
wow, pic is already 1 yr old!!

Member since 1/06

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Name:
D

Re: New Mommy Member

welcome!!!Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 1:33 PM
 

IrishTracy
Believe!!

Member since 5/05

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Name:
Tracy

Re: New Mommy Member

Hi & Welcome Laura!! Cole is just adorable.

I'm a mom of 3. Patrick is 5 1/2 years old & 15 1/2 month old twin girls Fiona & Saoirse. You are going to love it on here!!Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 1:39 PM
 

Marcie
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Member since 5/05

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LOVE being a Mommy!

Re: New Mommy Member

Hello! And Welcome!!!

Cole is a cutie!!!! Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 2:10 PM
 

twobabies
Praying

Member since 7/05

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Name:
Mrs. Honeybee

Re: New Mommy Member

welcome :). i love the name cole.

Posted 1/28/07 2:46 PM
 

mommy2bella
Where does time go?

Member since 12/05

9747 total posts

Name:
Kelly

Re: New Mommy Member

welcome...everyone is sooo supportive here...

Posted 1/28/07 7:11 PM
 

MrsJ
I love my Katie Bug

Member since 5/05

11357 total posts

Name:
Kathy

Re: New Mommy Member

congrats and welcome!

Posted 1/28/07 7:55 PM
 

luvmiboy
I love my sister!!!!!!

Member since 3/06

2100 total posts

Name:
Me

Re: New Mommy Member

Welcome to you and ColeChat Icon Chat Icon Chat Icon

I have a 15 month old son Steven.

Posted 1/28/07 9:58 PM
 

Laura-DDS
LIF Adolescent

Member since 1/07

840 total posts

Name:
Laura

Re: New Mommy Member

Posted by anna

Posted by Laura-DDS

Posted by anna

Hi Laura!
Welcome!! Cole is so handsome!
I have 3boys, John Anthony (just turned 4 in Oct), Nicholas (will be 3 in march) & Luciano (will be 6m next week).
Ive already taken the big boys to the dentist twice last year (annual checkups), ya proud of me Chat Icon Chat Icon

(I had cavities growing up, so I dont want them to go through that and Im like a NUT with them brushing their teeth Chat Icon

welcome aboard!
Chat Icon



Thanks for the welcome! I am so proud of you! Many people do not realize how important the check up is to avoid bigger problems later on. You would be surprised how many children I see at the hospital I work part time at that have parents that have no clue what is going on in their children's mouths-its sad b/c I know the kids are in pain! Good for you for being so pro-active!Chat Icon



Thanks Laura Chat Icon
It's sad that many of us (like me Chat Icon ) have terrible dentist memories Chat Icon we had an old man who would YELL at us for having cavities and even yell at my mom (because of our cavities) Chat Icon Chat Icon It was a huge practice and my 3 siblings and I hogged up the whole place when we went, lol. Just recently I asked her why we went to that practice for so long and she said because of our insurance Chat Icon
So I want to make the dentist experience a VERY happy one for my kids and I want them to take their teeth VERY seriously. Every time they have candy, I say "OK what are we going to do EXTRA GOOD TONITE???" and as we brush we talk about what we ate (that we shouldnt have Chat Icon) so we gotta scrub extra hard Chat Icon
Is it possible to brush too much or too harsh?

Please dont think we're only gonna hound you with questions. We love having experts and professionals here, but dont want you to feel like youre here only to answer questions. Actually you can ignore some of us like me who tend to babble on and on Chat Icon

So back to my dentist thing, you sound like you have a fun place for the kids too. Chat Icon We hope to meet you at a playdate soon too ! Cole seems like one happy little boy!! Chat Icon

This board has mommies from nassau, suffolk and queens, so im sure you'll find your way around in no time Chat Icon



I don't feel hounded like I said I will be asking lots of questions about babies and products... and if I can help others I would love to! As for the brushing question-If you can get the kids to brush at all GREAT don't worry about hard brushing now wait until they get a little older and have better dexterity then you should have the destist discuss proper brushing technique with them because in a way you can brush "too hard" which can lead to gum recession... but like I said they are young and childrens brushes are usually not hard bristled. As kids they usually use a scrub tecnique which is fine because they are young and can't maneuver as well as we can I would say your main concern now with them should be getting them to brush at all and if they are good about it try getting them to brush for a good amount of time there are training toothbrushes that sing a song or flash a light for the amount of time you should brush (say 1 minute) You can make a game out of it! But as for brushing too hard don't be over concerned about it yet!Chat Icon

Posted 1/28/07 11:21 PM
 
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