Category Archives: Family Dental Care

The Truth About Chewing Gum and Dental Health

The Truth About Chewing Gum and Dental Health

We’ve all heard our parents and dentists telling us to lay off of candy to keep our teeth in the best possible condition, but did you know that not all of those treats are bad for your teeth? Contrary to popular belief, there are certain types of gum that can be beneficial to your teeth,…

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4 Signs You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Pulled Out

4 Signs You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Pulled Out

No one would wish a toothache on their worst enemy. Not only is it painful, but it makes one of the most basic human acts – eating – a miserable experience. Beyond ordinary toothache, the pain associated with impacted wisdom teeth can reach another level, not to mention the risk of developing an infection. Many…

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Children and Teeth Grinding

Children and Teeth Grinding

Does your child grind his or her teeth? Whether your child grinds his/teeth while sleeping, when anxious, when angry, or at random times, it is a quite common behaviour in children. The medical term for teeth grinding is bruxism, and approximately three in ten children is likely to be a teeth grinder. Most children usually…

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Nursing Newborns And Dental Health

Nursing Newborns And Dental Health

It is perfectly normal to want the best for your child. While having a baby can be a joyous time, it can also leave new parents questioning many practices in an attempt to provide their child with the best possible early start to life. A frequent question for new mothers concerns nursing and the dental…

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