The Snodgrass-King Pediatric Dental Associates team would like to take this opportunity to remind parents that sippy cups are meant as a short-term tool for babies that are transitioning from bottle sucking to cup drinking. The Snodgrass-King dentists point out that sippy cups, though convenient, should not be used long-term. According to a study published by the American … [Read more...]
Franklin Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass Address Parent’s Concerns About Thumb-Sucking
Thumb, finger or pacifier sucking is a common habit among babies and young children, says Franklin pediatric dentist Dr. David Snodgrass, but it typically fades away before a child is 4 years old. The Franklin pediatric dentist practicing at Snodgrass-King Pediatric Dental Associates says that some children, however, prolong their sucking habit beyond these years. In such … [Read more...]