Teens are at a high risk for using tobacco. Here, our Calgary dentists provide information, tips and advice in why tobacco is so harmful, and how you can prevent your teen from using it.
Although sippy cups are a helpful transitional tool, many dentists believe that frequent, prolonged sippy cup use contributes to tooth decay in children.
Dental sealants are an important tool in preventing caries (cavities) and tooth decay in children.
Pregnancy is an exciting time. It is also a crucially important time for the unborn child’s oral and overall health.
For most infants, the sucking of thumbs and pacifiers is a happy, everyday part of life. Since sucking is a natural, instinctual baby habit, infants derive a sense of comfort, relaxation, and security from using a thumb or pacifier as a sucking aid.
Mouth guards, also known as sports guards or athletic mouth protectors, are crucial pieces of equipment for children participating in potentially injurious sports or recreational activities.
Childhood cavities, also known as childhood tooth decay and childhood caries, are common in children all over the world. There are two main causes of cavities: poor dental hygiene and sugary diets.
According to AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry) guidelines, infants should initially visit the pediatric dentist around the time of their first birthday. First visits can be stressful for parents, especially for parents who have dental phobias themselves.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentists (AAPD) advises parents to make biannual dental appointments for children, beginning approximately six months after the first tooth emerges.
A child’s general level of health often dictates his or her oral health, and vice versa. Therefore, supplying children with a well-balanced, healthy diet is more likely to lead to healthier teeth and gums.
