Halloween Candy – How to Maintain Good Oral Health
Halloween can be a fun and exciting time of year… filled with costumes, pumpkin carvings, and of course – candy! Many parents fear this holiday, due to the immense amount of sugar and treats their children will have. However, Halloween can be a wonderful time to teach your children good…
Does My Child Need Orthodontics?
I get asked everyday in my North Vancouver dental practice, questions from parents about their children's teeth position and bite. A common question is, "Does my child need orthodontics?" I decided to write this post about the most common questions parents ask me about Orthodontics for Children. I approached Dr. Jordan…
Back to School Dental Tips
As summer holidays come to a close, parents and children of all ages begin to plan for a new back-to-school routine. The start of school brings new beginnings– new clothes, new friends, a new teacher and new activities. This is also a good time of year to establish a healthy…
Tips for Parents – Create a Positive Dental Visit for
Taking your children to the Dentist is necessary to promote and maintain a healthy mouth. The dental office can be an unfamiliar place for your child. This can create some anxiety and fears of visiting the dentist. Here are my top tips to Parents on how to create a POSITIVE…
Does My Child Have a Cavity?
Cavities can form on teeth when plaque and food are not brushed away. The food and bacteria-filled plaque form an acid that softens the enamel, eventually creating a hole. Cavities can form at any age... even babies can develop tooth decay. So which signs should a parent look out for?…
How to Make Brushing Teeth FUN!
Let's face it, brushing your little ones teeth can be a challenge! They chew the toothbrush, close their mouth, cry and run away. When it's time to brush, many children even kick and scream, making this a dreaded time of the bedtime routine. No matter how exhausting this can become,…
Healthy Snacks and Healthy Teeth
Did you know that DIET plays a critical role in oral health? A healthy diet is the foundation to a healthy body… and healthy TEETH! There are certain foods that should be limited to prevent cavities for the whole family. When choosing snacks, choose healthy produce, healthy fats, and low…
Best and Worst Halloween Candy for Your Teeth
Halloween's candy haul is pretty much a dentistry fright fest. But are some sweets worse than others when it comes to our teeth? Your North Vancouver Dentist's answer (that's me!) is Yes! The WORST candies for our teeth are those that stick around for a long time. Sticky candies, like…