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Is Occupational Therapy Right for Your Child?

I'm an occupational therapist. Contrary to popular belief, this does not mean that I help people feel better about their jobs. I actually work with children, and help them with whatever functioning they need to improve. My young clients have handwriting issues, attention deficits, sensory processing disorders and more. Many parents are concerned about their children's development, including whether they're reaching milestones, whether they're able to complete daily tasks, or how they behave socially. If you've been thinking about your child's abilities lately, your family might benefit from an appointment with an occupational therapist. Find answers to your questions and learn more about how occupational therapy might benefit your child here.

Orthodontics Can Help Kids That Are Missing Permanent Teeth

Posted on December 31, 2014

Baby teeth tend to fall out as a child's permanent teeth erupt, but there are times when kids are born without certain permanent teeth. This condition is called congenitally missing teeth, and the permanent teeth that are missing will never grow in. If your child has this issue, you may want to talk to an orthodontist to find out if braces could help solve the problem. Why This Happens Experts are not entirely certain why some children are born without certain teeth, but it is relatively common. [Read More]