The History and Mythology of the Tooth Fairy

October 17th, 2025

While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they're seven or eight. Of course, children are more than happy to play along with the game when there’s money at stake! While it is impossible to know what the tooth…
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Halitosis in Children: Causes and treatment

October 17th, 2025

Halitosis is the scientific name for bad breath. It is one of the most common oral concerns, and it affects a large percentage of the population, including children. Having bad breath can be embarrassing and a nuisance. When considering what to do about halitosis, the team at Tooth in Boots highlights that you need to…
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Your Toddler’s First Dental Visit

October 17th, 2025

It’s common for toddlers to be wary of strangers, but their first experience at the dentist shouldn’t be a scary one. Dr. Rugama and our team have five tips for you to make your child’s first visit to Tooth in Boots easy as pie! Bringing your child to one of your own appointments before his…
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Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling

September 24th, 2025

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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