As a parent, you significantly impact your child's life. Genetics dictate physical features that are passed on such as stature, and eye color - much of which you don't have control over. Yet, there's still a lot you do have a say about when it comes to your kids: like how they feel about the dentist.

Are electric toothbrushes better than manual ones? That's the question debated among many dentists and parents, and the answer to that questions: It all depends on what kind of "brusher" your children are. If your child has too much plaque buildup and brushes too hard... You might want them to switch to an electric toothbrush.

Is fluoride safe for kids and babies, or are there some valid reasons to be concerned? Many parents are all just trying to do what's best for their kids and make informed choices with the information they have, and it can be difficult to know who to believe with so much conflicting information available.