UPDATE: Winner is Laura Whitener Caputo! Congratulations Laura!

Enter to win a FREE Sonicare for Kids! To enter to win, “LIKE” Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD’s Facebook page here and share your trick for making tooth brushing fun! Deadline to enter to win is May 6. We’ll pick a winner at random & announce the winner on SouthernMamas Facebook page.

The efficient Sonicare for Kids toothbrush includes a timer that allows them to brush on their own, without us parents to have to nag – yet it reminds them how long they should be brushing. Plus, Sonicare means that it’s made to brush effectively, reaching each angle and surface.

Guest post by Savannah dentist Steven G. Berwitz, DMD

“Not only am I a dentist, but I am also the dad of a high-energy three-year old. Just like you, I’ve learned that I need to do things a certain way if I want my son to do what I want him to do. When you’re little, it just takes a little extra to make a boring task more exciting—and sometimes it takes a little persuasion to show that boring chores can be fun! Brushing teeth is one of those chores that parents ask me about all of the time. Daily I get the question “What is the trick to getting my kid to brush???”

Win a Sonicare for Kids from Savannah dentist Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD

As a family dentist who sees kids of all ages in my office on a daily basis, I can tell you about a few tips and tricks I use both at home and in my chair to deal with the ever so important task of brushing teeth.

1. Foam Wars! This is a favorite of little kids who love MESS! My 3 year old is a big fan of this game. Grab mom, dad, brother and sister, your favorite tooth brush, age-appropriate tooth paste and start brushing. The longer you brush the more foam there is! Make sure your kid is hitting all surfaces—back teeth, front teeth, top and bottom—showing them how a circular motion with the brush creates more foam. The winner with the most foam gets to stay up an extra 5 minutes, a sticker, or any other reward that your child will think is awesome.

2. Teddy Bear Dentist: My son loves to pretend he is a doctor with his stuffed animals—bandaging them up, checking their heart beat, taking their temperature–so we started to use this same method with brushing teeth. He knows that Daddy is a “tooth doctor” and at night before bed we set-up the Teddy Bear Tooth Doctor Office. One by one he brushes their teeth with a spare tooth brush, telling them to swish, spit and dry their mouth. When one of the bears is “scared” to brush his teeth, we ask our son to show the bear how it is done—this is when we jump into action. We have our son show the bear that it’s not scary to brush tops, bottoms, backs and sides. It can be a long pre-bedtime routine, but it does make it fun!

3. Get the bugs! Your kids have probably heard about cavities, but they may not fully understand how they get them or what they are. After my son eats a sugary treat, I tell him that there are little bugs on his teeth that we need to catch so that they don’t snack on the sugar on his teeth. We make it into a “chase game” where I need to catch the bugs with his tooth brush to get them off. After we have caught all of the bugs we let him swish and spit, which he thinks is a blast.

No matter how you tackle tooth brushing, don’t assume that it’ll be easy — and don’t expect perfection. Most toddlers are not cooperative about getting their teeth brushed and some older kids just will not do it without constantly being reminded. For younger kids, be sure to match their tooth-cleaning attempts with thorough cleaning of your own, and for kids of all ages, introduce them to a dentist at a young age so they are comfortable in the chair and know the importance of oral hygiene.

Dr. Berwitz is a Savannah-area dentist who is here to meet the dental needs of you and your entire family. He sees patients of all ages and welcomes you to make an appointment with him today by calling 912-355-5004 or visiting his web site at www.stevenberwitzdmd.com .

Steven G. Berwitz, DMD, 7805 Waters Ave., Suite 1A. For more information or to make an appointment, call (912) 355-5004. Visit the Dr. Steven Berwitz Website www.stevenberwitzdmd.com/ or email Dr. Berwitz with any questions at rebecca@stevenberwitzdmd.com

Got a case of bad breath? Sweeten your breath with these 4 tips, courtsey of Savannah dentist and SouthernMamas sponsor Steven G. Berwitz, DMD, :

1. Practice good dental habits by brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and flossing regularly. Aim to brush for 2-3 minutes. Most people brush too quickly.

2. Brush your tongue. Your tongue can be a hotbed for stinky bacteria. The back of the tongue is the most important part to clean because that’s where most of the bacteria is.

3. Rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash. Bad breath is easily caused by a dry mouth. Stimulate your saliva flow to wash the bacteria out.

4. Don’t have a toothbrush with you? Decrease the amount of bacteria in your mouth by chewing gum, preferably cinnamon gum. The oils in cinnamon gum effectively kill the germs in your mouth.

This is a friendly reminder from Steven G. Berwitz, DMD to keep your teeth and oral health in check! Persistent bad breath may also be a sign of poor health and diseases like periodontal disease. A checkup with a dentist two times a year can help prevent chronic bad breath and keep your smile fresh.

Steven G. Berwitz, DMD, 7805 Waters Ave., Suite 1A. For more information or to make an appointment, call (912) 355-5004. Visit the Dr. Steven Berwitz Website www.stevenberwitzdmd.com/ or email Dr. Berwitz with any questions at rebecca@stevenberwitzdmd.com

For National Children’s Health Month, please come join Simply Children’s Dentistry on Feb. 24, 2012 from 9am to 11 AM for a healthy snack and a free tooth brush. Staff at Simply Children’s Dentistry look forward to seeing you then. The practice is at 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201 Savannah 31405. (912)353-9993.

Dr. Kamiti Harden at Simply Children’s Dentistry regularly hosts such children’s dental health awareness events that are open to the public.

Simply Children’s Dentistry, 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201, Savannah 31405; www.simplychildrens.com , email: businessassistant@simplychildrens.com , (912) 353-9993. Simply Children’s Dentistry is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah dental assistant Kathryn Hoyt was named student of the year at Savannah Technical College. Congratulations! She will be representing Savannah as she competes for the title of ambassador for technical schools across Georgia.

Dr. Cara DeLeon of  Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah says Kathryn is “such a dynamic mother of two, wife of an army ranger, full time student and an integral part of our team.”

Read more about the student of the year honor here.

Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah, 310 Eisenhower Dr. Building #6 Savannah, 31406 tel: 912-349-4021 email: Drcara@pds-kids.com , www.pediatricdentistryofsavannah.com Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Time to get those pearly whites pearly white again – just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Make plans to attend the White Wine and Whitening Event at the Savannah office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD Mon. Feb. 13.

You will receive a reduced rate on the whitening trays with a portion going to charity, specifically to raise money for The Nathan’s Something Special Scholarship Fund, Inc., which promotes inclusion in college and adult life for students with disabilities.

Come enjoy an evening of white wine, teeth whitening and other services to pamper yourself including: Just Desserts ( Cupcakes); Massage services (free 15 min. massage) ; Ivanabitch Vodka; and much more.

Get started on your new and brighter smile at a special reduced price by calling or emailing the office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD to schedule a quick appointment to see if you’re a candidate. Please RSVP by Feb 8th. Everyone is welcome to attend this event.

Then make plans to go to the office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD for an evening of appetizers and libations on Mon. Feb. 13 2012 from 5:30PM – 7:30pm when you will pick up your trays and whitening kit. Already have trays? Then come and stock up on refill material and enjoy all other event sponsors.

For more information or to RSVP please call or email Dr. Berwitz’s office at (912) 355-5004, email info@stevenberwitzdmd.com or click here for more info.

Time to get those pearly whites pearly white again – just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Make plans to attend the White Wine and Whitening Event at the Savannah office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD Mon. Feb. 13.

You will receive a reduced rate on the whitening trays with a portion going to charity, specifically to raise money for The Nathan’s Something Special Scholarship Fund, Inc., which promotes inclusion in college and adult life for students with disabilities.

Come enjoy an evening of white wine, teeth whitening and other services to pamper yourself including: Just Desserts ( Cupcakes); Massage services (free 15 min. massage) ; Ivanabitch Vodka; and much more.

Get started on your new and brighter smile at a special reduced price by calling or emailing the office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD to schedule a quick appointment to see if you’re a candidate. Please RSVP by Thurs. Feb 9th. Everyone is welcome to attend this event.

Then make plans to go to the office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD for an evening of appetizers and libations on Mon. Feb. 13 2012 from 5:30PM – 7:30pm when you will pick up your trays and whitening kit. Already have trays? Then come and stock up on refill material and enjoy all other event sponsors.

For more information or to RSVP please call or email Dr. Berwitz’s office at (912) 355-5004, email info@stevenberwitzdmd.com or click here for more info.

Steven G. Berwitz, DMD, 7805 Waters Avenue Suite 1A, Savannah, 31406, (912) 355-5004, www.stevenberwitzdmd.com, email info@stevenberwitzdmd.com. Dr. Berwitz is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Congratulations Dr. Cara DeLeon, DMD Pediatric Dentist in Savannah. Dr. DeLeon recently completed her certification examinations and is now a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry!

Dr. DeLeon’s practice, Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah  is at 310 Eisenhower Drive No. 6. Tel: 912-349-4021. It’s an honor to have become a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry so early in her career.

The Mission of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry is to verify to the public and to the health professionals that a pediatric dentist has successfully completed both an advanced educational program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation and a voluntary examination process designed to validate the knowledge, application and performance requisite to the delivery of exceptional care in pediatric dentistry. The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry is the only certifying Board recognized by the American Dental Association for the specialty of pediatric dentistry.

Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah, 310 Eisenhower Dr. Building #6 Savannah, 31406 tel: 912-349-4021 email: Drcara@pds-kids.com , www.pediatricdentistryofsavannah.com Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Kids can get cash, prevent cavities & support our troops at Simply Children’s Dentistry’s Candy Buy-Back Program in Savannah.

In an effort to promote healthy teeth and raise a cavity-free generation, Dr. Kamiti Harden at Simply Children’s Dentistry holds this Halloween candy buy-back program each year.

Staff will weigh the candy & pay your child $1 per pound of candy up to 5 pounds. In addition, each child will receive a new toothbrush. All the candy will be mailed overseas to the troops.

The candy buy-back will be 9 AM-2 PM Sat. Nov. 12 (giving kids plenty of time to enjoy some of their candy without going overboard) at Simply Children’s Dentistry, 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201, Savannah GA 31405. For more info, call: (912) 353-9993. Open to all kids up to age 16.

Simply Children’s Dentistry, 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201, Savannah 31405; www.simplychildrens.com , email: businessassistant@simplychildrens.com , (912) 353-9993. Simply Children’s Dentistry is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

You want your child’s dental visits to be as stress-free and positive as possible.

Which is why you need to check out the new pediatric dental practice in town: Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah at 310 Eisenhower Drive.

Dr. Cara DeLeon, DMD Pediatric Dentist, is now welcoming new patients. She is known for providing the highest level of care for both healthy and special needs children.

Dr. Cara recommends taking your baby to the dentist by their first birthday.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentists, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Dental Association all recommend scheduling an appointment once your child’s first tooth has come in, which is usually between 6 and 12 months.

As an introductory meeting, this first friendly visit gives Dr. Cara a chance to check for signs of early decay, as well as talk to you about cavity prevention and proper teeth-cleaning techniques.

In the event of a tooth injury or emergency, you will have already established a dental home at Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah just in case.

Dr. Cara is committed to preserving the treasure of your child’s smile by helping your children establish a positive attitude toward dental care and a strong foundation for the best possible oral health.

Now that’s really something to smile about.

Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah, 310 Eisenhower Dr. Building #6 Savannah, 31406 tel: 912-349-4021 email: Drcara@pds-kids.com , www.pediatricdentistryofsavannah.com Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Simply Children’s Dentistry supports the Annual Buddy Walk Festival in Forsyth Park

Simply Children’s Dentistry in Savannah is asking families to come join them in the 6th annual Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk Festival.

This kid-friendly event will be hosted at Forsyth Park in Savannah, Georgia, on Saturday, October 1, 2011. Rides, food, games, and music for the whole family. Registration begins at 8:30 AM. The cost of registration is $12 per person. The walk starts at 10:30 AM. The festival  in the park lasts until 2 PM.

The Buddy Walk was developed by the National Down Syndrome Society in 1995 to bring together a wide range of concerned individuals to reach out to friends, family, and co-workers to promote awareness and inclusion for people with Down Syndrome and to raise funds for education, research, and advocacy programs.

Dr. Kamiti Harden believes in all children and because she is an advocate for children, Simply Children’s Dentistry will be attending and participating in this annual walk. You and your families are invited to participate.

Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society
6th Annual Buddy Walk in Forsyth Park
Sat. Oct. 1, 2011
8 AM for registrations
Festival in Forsyth Park 11 AM- 2 PM

Simply Children’s Dentistry, 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201, Savannah, GA 31405, 912-353-9993 www.simplychildrens.com. Simply Children’s Dentistry is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

To find more fall festivals in the Savannah-Chatham County & Lowcountry area, visit the SouthernMamas.com 2011 Fall Fun Page here (Corn Mazes/Pumpkin Patches/Fall Festivals)

Finally you can have fun having your teeth whitened. And benefit a good cause at the same time.

Attend the White Wine and Whitening Event at the Savannah office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD, 5-7:30 PM July 7 2011. Come enjoy an evening of white wine, teeth whitening and other services to pamper yourself. For each guest, a donation will be made to help fight Autism.

Get started in your new and brighter smile at a special reduced price by calling or emailing the office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD to schedule a quick appointment to see if you’re a candidate. Please RSVP by June 23 2011. Everyone is welcome to attend this event.

Then make plans to go to the office of Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD for an evening of appetizers and libations on Thursday, July 7 from 5-7:30 when you will pick up your trays and whitening kit. Already have trays? Well that is OK, come and stock up on refill material and enjoy all other event sponsors.
Services offered during the event:
Massages by Therapeutic Massage Specialist
Faux Glow Bronzing Studio
Makeover Session with a Make-up Artist
Head Shot Photographs by Stayce Koegler
Something Special Magazine
and more!
Each guest will be entered for our Door Prize Raffle

For more information or to RSVP please call or email Dr. Berwitz’s office at (912) 355-5004, email info@stevenberwitzdmd.com or click here for more info.

Steven G. Berwitz, DMD, 7805 Waters Avenue Suite 1A, Savannah, 31406, (912) 355-5004, www.stevenberwitzdmd.com email info@stevenberwitzdmd.com. Dr. Berwitz is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

As a dentist, Dr. Steven G. Berwitz DMD hears a lot of different stories. The one he hears the most is that person who won’t come in because they are afraid of what they might hear. They think they have the worst mouth ever. They’re even embarrassed. They almost made an appointment few times and then just couldn’t go through with it.

If you are that person this is what you should do:

Give Dr. Berwitz one shot. One visit. Come in with someone you trust. Hear what Dr. Berwitz has to say. There will be no probing, no picking, and certainly no embarrassment. In sixty seconds, he should make you feel safe.

One thing is for sure. It isn’t going to get better on its own. Sooner or later you’ve got to do this thing. And Dr. Berwitz will be there to get you though it.

Call Dr. Berwitz’s office at (912) 355-5004 or click here for more info.

Steven G. Berwitz, DMD, 7805 Waters Avenue Suite 1A, Savannah, 31406, (912) 355-5004, www.stevenberwitzdmd.com. Dr. Berwitz is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

SouthernMamas has the perfect Valentine’s giveaway for February: a teeth whitening (value $275) from Savannah dentist and SouthernMamas sponsor Steven G. Berwitz, DMD, who creates pearl perfect smiles.

A lucky SouthernMamas reader will win one take-home tooth whitening kit courtesy of Steven G. Berwitz, DMD. To enter to win, visit the Dr. Bertwitz Facebook fan page by clicking here. “Like” the page. Then on the wall, write your answer to this question: “What makes you smile?” Not into Facebook? You can still enter to win. Just give your answer by commenting below this post. Click on comments.

This is a month-long giveaway. Deadline to enter is Feb. 27.  We’ll announce the winner here at the end of February. So start smiling….

Steven G. Berwitz, DMD is a general, cosmetic and restorative dentist that sees everyone in the family from children to adults. His approach to dentistry is based on a total health philosophy where he treats the entire mouth and helps each patient maintain healthy oral care. 

His objective is to educate patients so that they make the right decisions in both treatment and keeping there teeth and gums healthy. Dr. Berwitz is particularly skilled at working with apprehensive patients and helping them reach the goals. Read more about his background here.

Steven G. Berwitz, DMD, 7805 Waters Ave., Suite 1A. For more information or to make an appointment, call (912) 355-5004. Visit the Dr. Steven Berwitz Website www.stevenberwitzdmd.com/ or email Dr. Berwitz with any questions at rebecca@stevenberwitzdmd.com

Make your holiday smile pearl perfect with a visit to Steven G. Berwitz, DMD.

Dr. Berwitz’s philosophy focuses on strong patient-dentist relationships, built upon open communication and trust. Through extensive continuing education, his office offers the latest advancements in dental treatment that will create a pleasant experience for even the most dental phobic patient.

Southernmamas readers will receive $50 off a take-home whitening kit when you come in for your complete new patient exam. Make an appointment today and let Dr. Berwitz and his staff help you design the smile of your dreams.

Steven G. Berwitz, DMD
7805 Waters Avenue Suite 1A
Savannah, GA, 31406
912-355-5004
www.stevenberwitzdmd.com