Archive for the ‘Children’s Dentistry’ Category

The leaves are falling and the weather is dropping: Halloween is here. With Halloween comes costumes and candy, lots of candy. While many of us enjoy indulging in the Halloween fun, it is important to remember the impact that our favourite sugary treats have on our teeth.  Candy is primarily made up of sugar, which […]

Is your child a thumb sucker? It is common for babies and small children to suck their thumb as a way to soothe themselves. But once their teeth start coming in constant thumb sucking can cause problems with the alignment of their teeth.

We know that getting your kids to brush their teeth twice a day can seem like a chore, but there may be a few ways to help them.

It’s never too young to teach your little ones about good oral health. Starting to brush your baby’s gums before they even get teeth is a great way to get them use to it. When brushing your baby’s teeth there are a few things you should remember to help make it a little easier – because we know baby’s aren’t always the most cooperative.

When talking about oral health, people don’t tend to speak as much about the use of mouthwash. It’s a great addition to your daily brushing routine as swishing mouthwash in your mouth for 3o seconds can help clean your teeth and leave your mouth feeling fresh.

Sports drinks are a popular choice for during or after a workout. They use electrolytes to increase your energy and maintain our hydration levels. While they can be beneficial to recover from a workout or playing a sport, they should be consumed in moderation.

It’s best to have a tooth brushing routine and to stick to it if you know you’ll be having snacks and treats that are known to cause cavities. Here are some tips when it comes to brushing your teeth!

How often do you floss? No – we aren’t talking about the dance that took over the internet! How often do you floss your teeth! Flossing isn’t as common as brushing, but it should be. It can help protect your teeth just as much, if not more, than brushing. Here’s why flossing should be part of your daily routine, alongside brushing.

While taking care of your teeth and gums may seem as easy as brushing your teeth in the morning, it’s much more than that! Here are some dental care habits you can follow in order to have a healthier smile and oral hygiene.

It’s no secret that brushing your teeth is very important for your dental health. However, some brushes do a better job than others when it comes to fully cleaning your teeth. While there are many toothbrushes to choose from in the store, we sell an electric brush at our dentistry that our staff absolutely loves – the Philips Sonicare electric toothbrushes!