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October 2009

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Portland, OR 97225


503.626.9700

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Candy Exchange

Thursday, October 29, 2009 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

At World of Smiles, Pediatric Dentistry we love the holidays as much as our children in the office do! As Halloween is approaching we want to provide a healthy and happy alternative to eating all that candy. World of Smiles does an annual candy exchange for the community. All children, patients and non patients alike… Read the Rest >>



When should my baby start teething? How to keep them clean.

Thursday, October 22, 2009 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

Every child is different and will develop at a different pace. Most babies will start to have their first teeth erupt between 6 and 10 months. The first teeth that normally show are called the central incisors and will be located in the middle of the gums on the bottom jaw called the mandible. Once… Read the Rest >>



Why is it better to take your child to a Pediatric Dentist?

Thursday, October 15, 2009 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

At World of Smiles, Pediatric Dentistry we strive to provide only the highest quality patient care while having a blast with your child! A general dental office is set up to provide great patient care but mainly to adults they are not geared for the unique needs of children. Just as your child will go… Read the Rest >>



Babies and Bottles

Friday, October 9, 2009 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

What should be and what should not be in your child’s bottle! There are only two kinds of liquids that should go into your child’s bottle; water and milk. Avoid putting chocolate milk, soda, juice, flavored waters and even all natural fruit juices in the bottle as they have high concentrations of sugar and acid…. Read the Rest >>



Education & Prevention

Thursday, October 1, 2009 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

“Education and prevention lead to healthy smiles and happy kids.” But what does this really mean to you? At World of Smiles, Pediatric Dentistry we strive to provide the newest and most up to date information to our patients. By providing the education to our families we hope to eliminate childhood caries (at least in… Read the Rest >>



Education & Prevention

Thursday, October 1, 2009 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

“Education and prevention lead to healthy smiles and happy kids.” But what does this really mean to you? At World of Smiles, Pediatric Dentistry we strive to provide the newest and most up to date information to our patients. By providing the education to our families we hope to eliminate childhood caries (at least in… Read the Rest >>



Kids Comments

"I got this tooth pulled out with some pliers by dad but I got two pieces of candy so it was worth it!"

~ Cooper, age 6

"Dr. Stafford! Dr. Stafford! Where are you!?! It’s Batman!"

~ Joshua, age 5

"I LOVE being 4!"

~ Avari, age 4

"I have the most pounds now and that makes me more brave!"

~ Noah, age 5