Reading to your child is so important. A lack of literary exposure in the early years of life can lead children to be less phonologically aware. Phonological awareness is the ability to hear certain sounds and manipulate them. Children manipulate sounds by blending words, segmenting words, rhyming, and counting syllables. Studies have shown a child’s… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk (Extra): Speech for Success
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A Little Back Talk
Recently, Showcase caught up with Hill Chiropractic to discuss the importance of chiropractic health. Can you explain Chiropractic?Most people don’t realize that chiropractic has been around since 1895 and is the third largest healthcare profession in the world. The primary focus of treatment includes the neuromusculoskeletal system (nerves, muscles, joints) affected by issues such as… Continue reading A Little Back Talk
Finding Zachary : A story of hope and triumph over the obstacles of autism
According to estimates from CDC’s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network, about 1 in 59 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD is reported to occur in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups and is four times more likely to occur in boys than in girls. As a parent of a… Continue reading Finding Zachary : A story of hope and triumph over the obstacles of autism
When Should I Worry About My Child’s Picky Eating?
Promoted by Piedmont Regional & Oral-Motor Clinic, LLC Spend some time with a toddler and you will more than likely observe picky eating. Picky eating peaks around one year of age when toddlers are gaining more control over their environment. Picky eating can go beyond the toddler years into the teenage years and even… Continue reading When Should I Worry About My Child’s Picky Eating?
Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body
Your mouth is the window into the health of your body. The mouth can signal if you are eating a healthy diet or if you are at risk for a disease. Some diseases which affect the entire body, such as diabetes, heart disease, or autoimmune diseases, may first be noticed because of mouth sores or… Continue reading Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body
Tooth Whitening: Success & Safety
With the summer upon us, many people want to brighten their smile with whiter teeth. There are also frequently graduations, weddings and celebrations to attend, so a beautiful smile is desired. There are many ways to have a whiter smile, but some people worry is it safe? My staff and I have helped many of… Continue reading Tooth Whitening: Success & Safety
The Effects of Energy Drinks and Sports Drinks on Our Teeth
With spring sports and outside activities, lots of people are on the soccer field, the baseball diamond, running or biking. All of these require hydration and the choices of what you drink while competing or exercising affects not only your health but also your teeth. Hydration is critical to staying healthy but numerous facts need… Continue reading The Effects of Energy Drinks and Sports Drinks on Our Teeth
The Importance of Regular Dental Exams
Dental exams are not only for the health of your teeth but also for your overall health. Many people feel that if their teeth are not hurting that everything is fine. Your teeth should not hurt, and pain is the body’s way of indicating that there is usually a problem. Similar to ignoring the unusual… Continue reading The Importance of Regular Dental Exams
An Attitude of Gratitude
Ever since the English settlers and the Native Americans of Plymouth Colony celebrated their meal together at what many call the First Thanksgiving, November has been a time to celebrate the things for which we are most thankful. For them it was thankfulness for a good harvest, for good relationships, for freedom to worship as… Continue reading An Attitude of Gratitude
Halloween Candy and Your Teeth
It’s that time again: witches, zombies, ghosts, and superheroes will be going house to house threatening tricks and praying for treats. Halloween is meant to be a fun time for everyone, but there are also many concerns for candy givers and trick-or-treaters alike. Let’s consider how to make this Halloween both safe and fun.… Continue reading Halloween Candy and Your Teeth