Dr. Sally Naguib

Oral Care for Children – how to make it fun!

The key to establishing good brushing habits is starting an oral care program early; another reason to help your child learn to brush is that this helps them develop a crucial habit which will last a lifetime. So try to use the following steps in this sequence: After birth by days: In fact, the American…

Choosing Toothpaste Brush DO’S AND DONOT’S!

  In the past, we were used to the manual toothbrushes, but after the technology, we heard and may be using the electrical or vibrtional toothbrushes, So is it just a fashionable way to clean the teeth or really effective and worth its value? Let’s check this and then you can decide. 1. Manual toothbrushes:…

Do’s and Don’ts for your Child’s Teeth

Choosing a proper toothbrush for your child’s gum and teeth is very important. Here are some tips to help you make the right choice. Manual Toothbrushes ·         Ask your dentist to recommend a toothbrush. Depending on the state of his teeth and gums, AS YOU MAY BE ADVICED TO USE you a soft-bristled regular toothbrush…

FAQs on ways to fight kids’ cavities

What can you do to keep your child's teeth healthy? Answers to your most pressing dental questions, for babies on up: Q: What's the best way to keep my child from getting cavities? Kids should brush at least twice a day and, ideally, after snacking, too. The health of your child's teeth is largely dependent…

Diabetes – The Effect on Teeth and Gums

Types of Diabetes The two main types of diabetes mellitus are designated type 1 and type 2, while the mechanisms that cause them differ that they’re both characterized by high blood glucose levels and if left untreated, they have similar long-term consequence. Gestational diabetes which occurs during pregnancy, resembles type 2 diabetes, however it usually disappears after…

What is Bruxism?

When you look in on your sleeping child, you want to hear the sounds of sweet dreams: easy breathing and perhaps an occasional sigh. But some parents hear the harsher sounds of gnashing and grinding teeth, called bruxism, which is common in kids. What Is Bruxism? Bruxism is the medical term for the grinding of…