Written by: Irene Castillo, MPH, RD The leaves are changing colors, Sugarbugs – and that means fall is upon us! In Ventura County, local farmers provide a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables for us to enjoy. When you shop seasonal produce, you get the best flavor and value. Next time you’re at the farmer's markets, or your favorite grocery... read more »
Daylight Savings isn't the only clock that has been running out! In the dental insurance world, the clock is ticking as time is running out to use up your child's dental insurance benefits. The clock runs out on December 31st, so if you haven't used the benefits you've already paid for, you will lose them by the end of this... read more »
October is here and your child is likely already getting excited about the upcoming Halloween festivities! We always encourage sticking to tooth-friendly treats and even more so when your child is wearing braces. So here are some of our favorite tooth and braces-friendly treats for your child to enjoy this spooky season! Sweets to Avoid The American Association of Orthodontists... read more »
Our Sugarbug Dental team is happy to provide your child with a simple dental extraction as needed. They will be made as comfortable as possible so that the experience is a positive one. We work hard to make sure your child feels excited, not scared, to visit the dentist! While your child's teeth usually fall out on their own, there... read more »
Hydration is key to your family’s health! So, Sugarbug is here to tell you a little bit about how to stay hydrated all day, every day. You might be wondering what some of the benefits of hydration are. Well, firstly, the obvious. Hydration is opposite of dehydration – which you don’t want! Water helps regulate your body temperature and it... read more »
If your child is getting ready to start the new school year, we hope they have had, or will soon have, their first routine dental exam and cleaning for the year. This will help ensure they don't miss school due to cavities or other potential dental issues. But what about your infant or toddler? Did you know it's just as... read more »
Hey there Sugarbugs! Let’s talk about fresh, local, seasonal produce! Did you know, local, seasonal fruits and vegetables are more fresh, flavorful and nutritious because they are harvested at their peak and don’t need to travel far? Buying locally helps reduce food miles or the distance food travels from farm to market which helps our environment. (1) Purchasing local produce... read more »
Our Sugarbug Dental team is pleased to provide laser dentistry to make your child's time in the dental most comfortable. Dental laser technology delivers optimal results without pain, no needing shots or anesthesia or numbing of the area of your child's smile being worked on. Laser Dental technology is so precise, accurate and capable of removing harmful microscopic bacteria and... read more »
Hi there, Sugarbugs! This month’s blog is about developing a Positive Feeding Style. As parents and caregivers, we have the opportunity to help our children develop healthy eating habits. How? Well, preschool age is a developmental period when our little ones acquire healthy eating skills. Eating behaviors and preferences established during this time are likely to persist throughout their lives. So that makes it... read more »
Can you believe it is already June? This means that we are six months into your child's twice-yearly dental cleanings! Summer is also a great time to get your child's dental cleaning out of the way so you don't have to worry about using any school days to get their teeth taken care of and fix any developing problems before... read more »