DENTAL HEALTH TIPS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL!

Kam SAYS!

Mornings can be a rush to get ready for school. Most kids and teens don't spend enough time brushing their teeth causing poor dental hygiene that can lead to tooth decay.

Here's some reminder tips:

- Brush at least twice a day - after breakfast and before bedtime. You should also brush after lunch or sweet snacks. Brushing properly breaks down plaque.

- Take your time while brushing. Spend at least 2 or 3 minutes each time you brush. If you have trouble keeping track of the time, use a timer or play a recording of a song you like to help pass the time.

- Be sure your toothbrush has soft bristles.

- Ask your parents to help you get a new toothbrush every 3 months. 

- Ask your dentist if an antibacterial mouth rinse is right for you.

- Learn how to floss your teeth. Flossing is a very important way to keep your teeth healthy.  Flossing gets rid of food where your toothbrush can't get to, no matter how well you brush.

- Brushing your tongue is a sure way to help keep your breath stay fresh!

Remember these tips to aim for an A+ smile!!!

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Dentist in Brampton

FLUORIDE SUPPLEMENTS AND WHO SHOULD TAKE THEM

Joanna SAYS!

Fluoride supplements come in the form of chewable tablets, lozenges and drops. They are a way of getting fluoride intra-orally and are only recommended to individuals who are at high risk for dental caries. High risk individuals might be those who don’t brush with fluoridated toothpaste twice daily, live in a community with non-fluoridated drinking water, have a diet high in sugars and/or have a history of dental caries. It is risky to start taking fluoride supplements without knowing how much fluoride you are consuming from other sources. If too much fluoride is consumed it can lead to fluorosis, which is a permanent discolouration of the teeth when the teeth are developing. This is why it is not recommended for use before the eruption of the first permanent tooth in children. It is very important to consult with a dental professional to find out if fluoride supplements would be beneficial to you or your children’s oral health.

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WISHING EVERYONE A HAPPY, HEALTHY AND SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL YEAR

Hana SAYS!

Once the nights cooled down in August and we felt a cool breeze in the air, I remember my dad saying "I smell school books in the air." September is here and the second day of school has come and gone. I see excited students (and maybe some a little nervous too) who are in a new class, grade, school or even transitioning to college or university. Which ever path you are on, we are wishing you all a very happy and successful year!

"The important thing is to never stop questioning" ~ Albert Einstein 

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Dentist Brampton

BACK TO SCHOOL SNACKS! KEEPING KIDS HEALTHY AND ALERT!

Kam SAYS!

Snacks like chips, cookies, and dried fruit stick to the teeth and are full of sugars that can cause cavities. Fresh fruits and vegetable snacks provide nutrition for good health and help keep children alert for good learning outcomes. Example of good choices are: Walnuts and raw almonds (maybe after school since some schools are nut free), apple slices, bananas, carrot sticks, cheese, grapes, oranges and yogurt (plain).

Keep your smile healthy! 

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Brampton Family Dentist

CHOOSING THE RIGHT TOOTHPASTE

We SAY!

With so many types, brands and flavours of toothpaste, it can sometimes be overwhelming choosing the right one for you and your family. Truth is, you can't really go wrong with any toothpaste as long as it carries the Canadian Dental Association Seal. Simple way to choose: The one you like enough to use every single day!

With this being said, different toothpastes offer different benefits in addition to cleaning your teeth. Some of which are: Tartar Control, Whitening, Sensitivity, Cavity Protection and Gum Protection.

For more information you can always contact one of our friendly dental professionals.

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Brampton Family Dentist