Gerstenmaier Pediatric Dentistry

09/08/2026

LITTLE HABITS = BIG SMILES!
Teaching your child to brush twice a day may seem like a small thing but those little habits can make a BIG difference for their smile!

🪥Brush for 2 minutes
💧 Drink plenty of water
🍎 Enjoy healthy, smile-friendly snacks
And visit Dr. Gerstenmaier regularly!

Here’s to raising healthy smiles, one little habit at a time!

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸
Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of all the amazing people who help make our communities strong.

We hope you enjoy a relaxing day filled with family, fun, and plenty of reasons to smile!

From all of us at Gerstenmaier Pediatric Dentistry, Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

09/03/2026

September Smile Challenge!
It's a brand-new month, so let's start it with a SMILE CHALLENGE! 😁
Can your family check off all four?
☑️ Brush morning & night
☑️ Floss those little teeth
☑️ Drink plenty of water
☑️ Show off your biggest smile! 😃
Bonus points for doing all four without anyone saying, “Did you brush your teeth yet?” 😂
Here's to a happy, healthy September! 🍎🦷❤️

09/01/2026

HELLO, SEPTEMBER! 👋🍎📚
New month. New routines. New adventures!
September means:
🎒 Backpacks are packed
✏️ Pencils are sharpened
🍎 Lunchboxes are ready
🦷 And smiles are shining!
Let's make this a month filled with happy kids, healthy habits, and BIG smiles! 😁❤️
Who's ready for September?

08/31/2026

Goodbye, August!
August, you were full of sunshine, swimming, ice cream, late nights, and LOTS of summer fun! 😎🍦🏖️
Now it's time to say “see ya later!” to summer and get ready for a brand-new month.
Here's to clean backpacks, fresh pencils, new adventures—and of course, big healthy smiles! 🦷😁
Goodbye, August! You were sweet! 💛

08/28/2026

Who's the Boss of Brushing? Parents… or kids?
For young children, it's usually a little bit of both!
Kids can practice brushing and have fun being in charge, but parents should help or take over brushing until they're able to do a thorough job on their own.
Try this fun routine:
🎵 Pick a 2-minute brushing song
🪥 Let your child choose their toothbrush
⏰ Make brushing part of the morning & bedtime routine
😁 Celebrate that sparkling smile!
Because sometimes getting kids to brush takes a little creativity—and a LOT of patience! ❤️

08/27/2026

It’s Snack Attack Time!
Kids are back in school, which means snack time is back in action!
What's better for little teeth?
🥕 Crunchy fruits & veggies
🧀 Cheese
🥜 Nut butters (when allergy-safe)
🍎 Fresh fruit
💧 Water
And remember, it's not just what kids eat, but how often their teeth are exposed to sugary snacks and drinks.
So pack a snack, pack some water, and let those little smiles keep shining

08/26/2026

Today is National Dog Day. And that’s something to smile about!
Celebrate the ones who give us unconditional love, endless laughs, loyal companionship, and somehow manage to make every day a little better. Give your favorite four-legged friend an extra treat, an extra walk, and LOTS of extra love today!
Happy National Dog Day to all the wonderful dogs and the people lucky enough to love them!

08/24/2026

08/19/2026

💧 Water Wins Every Time
After recess or gym class, encourage kids to reach for water instead of sugary sports drinks.
Water helps rinse away food particles, keeps mouths hydrated, and supports strong, healthy teeth.
Simple habits make a big difference!