Weekend Events for Kids on Long Island

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

How will you be spending the last weekend in August?  Get involved in the last summer events on Long Island before the kids head back-to-school!  Here are a few of the fun events happening this weekend.

Weekend Events on LI:

Movies Under the Stars: Rocky
Where: Long Beach Neptune Avenue, Long Beach
When: Saturday, August 29th
Cost: Free
Enjoy the last weekend of August outside with your family!  Watch Rocky under the stars on one of the last few beautiful summer nights.

Puppet Show
Where: Eisenhower Park, 1899 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow
When: Sunday, August 30th at 2PM
Cost: Free
Hudson Vagabond Puppets will present a puppet theater show at Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre.  This is a perfect event for young children.

Sensory Garden Sundays
Where: Planting Fields Arboretum, 1395 Planting Fields Rd, Oyster Bay
When: Sunday, August 30th at 12PM
Cost: Free Admission, $8 Parking
Stroll through the beautiful Planting Field Arboretum with an outdoor educator.  Kids have the opportunity to see, taste, touch, smell and listen in their sensory garden.  This is the last weekend that the program will be running for the summer.

Check out this article for more fun, family-friendly weekend events.

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Tooth Timeline for Tiny Teeth

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Your child's first tooth is a milestone many parents won't forget!  Usually, the first tooth begins to erupt around 6-10 months old!  While all kids grow at different rates, the charts below will help parents know when to expect their baby's teeth to start growing in.

Primary (Baby Teeth) Eruption Chart

Photo Source: Mouth Healthy

Permanent Teeth Eruption Chart

Photo Source: Mouth Healthy

After their first tooth erupts, it's time to schedule a visit at our office!  With regular dental checkups, we can keep an eye on your child's teeth and make sure that they are growing in properly!

Call 516-222-5100 to schedule your appointment at our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to schedule your appointment at our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!

How to Pack a Healthy Back-to-School Lunch

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Are you ready for the kids to head back-to-school?  Star the yeart off right with lunches that are healthy for their brains and their teeth!  Here are a few foods to include when packing school lunches this year.

Foods to Include:

• Lean Protein - Lunch meats, leftovers from dinner, peanut butter, hummus, cheese and soy products are all a great way to add healthy proteins to your lunch.
• Whole Grains - Opt for whole wheat breads, pitas, tortillas and wraps when making your sandwiches this year!
• Fruit - Add a fresh fruit like an apple or pear to their lunch box.  Apples are good for keeping their teeth healthy, too!
• Vegetables - Carrots, celery, cucumbers and other vegetables can be added to sandwiches or salads.  The crunchy vegetables are a good way to naturally keep their teeth clean throughout the day!
• Low-Fat or Fat Free Dairy - Milk, yogurt and cottage cheese are great snacks to include with your lunch.  The calcium is good for growing teeth, too!

Check out this article for more tips on how to include all of the food groups into your child's lunch this year.

Call 516-222-5100 to schedule your appointment at our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to schedule your appointment at our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!

Weekend Events for Kids on Long Island

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

We might have a rainy start to our weekend, but tomorrow should feel like a beautiful summer day.  As you start to make your weekend plans, consider adding these events to your summer bucket list!

Weekend Events on LI:

SS Cyril & Methodius Parish Family Festival
Where: SS Cyril & Methodius Parish, Deer Park
When: August 21-23, 6-11 PM
Cost: Free to attend, with cost for Rides/Food
This annual fair will have rides for kids, raffles, food and entertainment!

Jaws Movie Showing - On the Beach
Where: Long Beach, Neptune Avenue, Long Beach
When: Saturday, August 22nd at 7:15 PM
Cost: Free
Jaws is a classic summer movie.  Watch it on the beach this weekend and enjoy the rest of your summer outdoors!

Family Fun Day
Where: Saddle Rock Ranch, 41 Coram-Sweezytown Rd, Middle Island
When: Sunday, August 23rd from 12PM - 4PM
Cost: $10pp/$20family/free to veterans
Support your local veterans while spending a fun day on the ranch!  There will be band performances, a Kan Jam contest, food, a bounce house, and more!

Of course, these aren't the only events happening on Long Island for your kids to enjoy.  Check out the complete list on Mommy Poppins.

Call 516-222-5100 to schedule your appointment at our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to schedule your appointment at our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!

Why Is a Glass of Milk Before Bedtime Bad for Your Child's Teeth?

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Think twice before filling up that bottle with milk before bed!  While health-conscious parents are sure to avoid sweets and junk food, many don't realize that giving kids milk or juice before bed can be just as  bad for teeth.

Milk is a great drink for kids during the day - it can help promote healthy teeth and bones.  However, before bedtime, the sugar in milk can be damaging to teeth.  Leaving sugary drinks on teeth without brushing them before bed can make their teeth prone to cavities.

If your child likes to drink out of their bottle or sippy cup before bedtime, give them water instead.

Read more about why a bedtime glass of milk is bad for teeth here.

Do you have any questions about how to best care for your child's teeth?  We're here to help! Give us a call or schedule an appointment at one of our offices for more tips on how to keep your child's teeth healthy and strong.

Call 516-222-5100 to schedule your appointment at our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to schedule your appointment at our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!

Fun End of Summer Events For Long Island Kids

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Summer may be winding down to an end, but it sure won't feel like it this weekend!  Here are a few ways to spend the last warm weather weekends before back-to-school season begins.

LI Weekend Events for Kids:

KidStock
Where: Port Washington - North Hempstead Park
When: Saturday, August 15th
The town of Port Washington will be hosting an open air family festival this Saturday.  There will be musical entertainment for the entire family - and the best part is that it is free!

Movies Under the Stars - Night at the Museum: Smithsonian
Where: Nickerson Beach Park, 880 Lido Blvd, Lido Beach
When: Sunday, August 16th at 8:30 PM
Watch Night at the Museum: Smithsonian under the stars at the beach this Sunday.

Yoga for Kids
Where: Mindful Turtle Yoga, 44 S Erie Ave., Montauk
When: Saturday, August 15th at 12:30 PM
Cost: $25
Take a trip to the east end!  Kids have the opportunity to learn creative yoga poses in a playful class experience.  After the event - you can take a trip down to the light house or enjoy a nearby beach.

Call 516-222-5100 to schedule your appointment at our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to schedule your appointment at our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!

Tooth-Damaging Habits to Avoid

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

It's important to develop good oral health habits at a young age, but do you know how to distinguish between the good and the bad?  Here are a few habits to avoid!

Habits to Avoid:

• Avoid Snacking in Between Meals - While many kids love snacking, kids should try to snack on the right kinds of foods.  Instead of snacking on candy and sugary juices in between meals, choose fruits that are low in sugar like berries.
• Avoid Drinks Before Bed - Is a sippy cup part of your child's nightly routine?  Offer them water rather than juice or milk.  When kids drink sugary drinks and let it sit on their teeth over night, they can develop tooth decay and cavities.
• Avoid Skipping Dental Exams - Even if your child has no complaints, you should avoid skipping your bi-annual dental cleaning and exams.  Cleanings are an important part of making sure that your child's teeth are developing properly and they help us catch cavities early on - before your child starts to feel any pain or discomfort.

If you have any questions about your child's oral health or it's time to schedule your child's next bi-annual cleaning and exam, give us a call!  Call 516-222-5100 to schedule your appointment at our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to schedule your appointment at our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!

Weekends Events for Kids on Long Island

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

It looks like we are going to have some beautiful summer weather this weekend!  Here are a few ways to take advantage of the summer before the kids head back to school.

Weekend Events:

Sayville Summerfest
Sayville Summerfest is a big street fair that is full of carnival games for kids of all ages to enjoy.  There will be live entertainment, as well as craft and retail venders.  If you happen to indulge in any street fair sweets, just remember to brush after!

Where: Downtown Sayville, Main Street
When: Friday 8/7, 6pm-9pm; Saturday 8/8 and Sunday 8/89, 8am-9pm
Cost: FREE!

One-Man 'Star Wars' Show
Are your kids excited for the new Star Wars movie?  Are you?  Performer and writer Charles Ross will be recreating all the characters, music, effects and scenes from the original triology.  He even fights both sides of the battles!

Where: Guild Hall, 158 Main Street, East Hampton
When: Saturday, August 8th at 8pm
Cost: $22-$45

Martha Clara Vineyards
While visiting a winery is more of an adult activity, Martha Clara Vineyards offers a petting zoo with horse and carriage rides!  Adults get to enjoy tasting their wines, while kids get to spend time outside with their favorite animals.

Where: Martha Clara Vineyards, 6025 Sound Avenue, Riverhead
When: Saturday, Sunday

Mary Poppins Performance
Here in Garden City, there will be a live performance of Mary Poppins by Plaza Theatrical Productions.

Where: Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City
When: Saturday, August 8th at various times
Cost: $12 ($10 for members)

Check out this article for more weekend events for the whole family.

If you have any questions about your child's oral health, give us a call!  Call 516-222-5100 to schedule your appointment at our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to schedule your appointment at our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!