Most parents have lots of questions and concerns about their children's oral health. Here, we share all sorts of useful tips and insights that will keep you informed about your kids' dental health.
It happens to the best of us – occasionally, we all have less than pleasant smells coming out of our mouths! This is true for children as well. Learn about the causes of bad breath in children, and how it can be prevented.
Ideally, your child should begin visiting the dentist every 6 months starting at the eruption of the first tooth. Here’s what to expect from the first dental cleaning.
It is perfectly fine to allow treats as part of your children's diet – in moderation. With good oral hygiene, the occasional treat is not a problem, even for kids with braces!
Children and teens need to floss regularly to keep their teeth and gums healthy. Fossing can be tricky and a bit cumbersome though, and young children in particular may struggle to properly manipulate the floss. Here are some ideas to help make flossing easier for kids and teens.
In the Karma Wilson's book, Bear's Loose Tooth, Bear discovers he has a loose tooth and feels a little worried about it! Good thing his friends are there to help him remain calm.
Puberty gingivitis is a relatively easily preventable type of gingivitis in children. This oral disease is very similar to that in adults.
For parents or teachers looking for a fun, hands on experiment to teach kids about dental health and facilitate discussion about the importance of oral hygiene, here’s a quick and easy idea using eggs!
It’s one thing to teach children brushing and flossing techniques, and another to actually help them develop healthy oral hygiene habits. Here are some tips and ideas for helping your children develop a healthy dental hygiene routine.
Whether your child uses a night mouth guard to prevent teeth grinding during sleep, or a sports mouth guard to protect her teeth and jaw during athletic activity, it’s very important to keep it clean!
For a a couple of important reasons, our North Delta children's dentists advise against using teeth whitening products for children.
Sugar can be bad news when it comes to oral health, and it should be consumed in moderation to avoid cavities. But that doesn't mean you have to neglect your sweet tooth! Try these 5 low-sugar sweet treats instead.
Whether you're considering a manual or electric toothbrush for your child, this guide from our North Delta children's dentists should help get you started!
Fluoride is an important component in the healthy development of children’s teeth. Here, our North Delta dentists explain why and when fluoride treatment is a good idea.
Review this handy guide from our Langley dentists to learn when you should start expecting your child’s baby teeth to come in, and which order they’re going to erupt in!
Teething can be quite uncomfortable, and often painful, for babies. These tips will help bring your baby some relief during teething.
Your child’s dentist can tell a variety of things about your child’s daily life and health simply by examining his or her teeth. Here are four things you may not realize the dentist can deduce!
For children who struggle to maintain good oral hygiene with a manual toothbrush, and electric toothbrush can be extremely helpful. Here, we discuss some of the reasons that electric toothbrushes are such useful dental hygiene tool – especially for kids.
When children first learn to brush and floss their teeth, it can be hard to tell if they're getting them clean enough, or if they're missing any spots. Chewable revealing tablets are a helpful tool for highlighting any remaining plaque after a brushing session.
Choosing the right toothpaste or floss for children is pretty simple, but there are a few points you may want to take into consideration, that could make the brushing and flossing routine easier on you and your child.
For many moms, taking care of a new baby tends to take precedence over taking care of themselves. This is understandable, but oral health is one area that should not be neglected - both for the mother’s sake, and for the baby’s too.
We typically think of gum disease as an issue that only older adults deal with. But children are at a risk for gum disease, too. For them, as with adults, prevention is they key to healthy gums.
Choosing the right toothbrush for your child depends on a variety of factors, including age, ability, and dental health needs. Follow these simple guidelines to choose the right toothbrush for your child.
By their early teens, most teenagers have developed almost all of their permanent teeth (except, in most cases, the wisdom teeth), and preventative oral hygiene and sometimes orthodontics will take precedence in their dental care.
While breastfeeding is not the right choice for every child and/or mother, it can have a variety of benefits when it comes to children’s oral health.
A lot of changes take place inside of children’s mouths between the ages of 6 and 12. By the end of this period, almost all of the permanent teeth will have erupted.
A great resource to help get your kids ready – and excited – about visiting the dentist.
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