Dental Care Tips for Infants and Children
Why dental care is important for children? It’s essential to start developing a child’s dental care habits at a young age. Early dental care can help prevent dental problems. Developing good oral habits is also the first line of defence against many common dental issues, such as plaque, cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease. When […]
Start School Smiling
Alberta Dental Association and College kicked off a new charity campaign for all grade one students in Alberta last year. The campaign, Start School Smiling Program, was meant to help elementary students with their various dental needs with the help of ADA&C member volunteer dentists. This year, the charity campaign is about to have its […]
Can Too Much Halloween Candy Damage Teeth
Halloween is a fun and exciting time of the year for kids; the spooky stories, ghoulish costumes, and frightening pumpkins splattered all around the city, and of course, the waterfall of candies! This frightful night, however, doesn’t seem just to benefit the children’s rush of sugary treats, as 80% of adults admit indulging in their […]
When should you consider wisdom tooth extractions
Wisdom teeth are believed to be ‘evolutionary relics’ that helped our distant ancestors eat rougher foods like reed plants and raw flesh. With softer diets today, we no longer need these wisdom teeth, nor can our more refined jaw-lines accommodate them. Nevertheless, wisdom teeth still develop and usually begin to erupt in late teens or […]
Your Child’s First Dental Visit
Teeth-Friendly Foods for the New School Year
School is now in session and you might be wondering how you can provide your children with healthy school meals while keeping their teeth clean and cavity free throughout the year. Our bodies require vitamins and minerals to promote oral health, which can be found in a variety of foods. What are these teeth-friendly foods and […]
6 Need-to-Know Cavity Prevention Tips for Kids
Parents can count on cavity-causing toothaches to turn a child’s brilliant smile upside down. So why not take some simple steps to prevent them? Here are six cavity prevention tips to help your children. 1. Floss & Brush We know we’re pointing out the obvious, but regularly flossing and brushing is crucial for warding off […]
