Causes of Oral Health Issues in Teens
Many oral health issues can come up for teens as their bodies change. Our SmileTown Burnaby dentists list problems that can occur and how they can be prevented or addressed.
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Bath, Brush, Book & Bed: Structuring Your Child’s Nighttime Routine
For parents with little ones at home, corralling their children into bed every night can be a challenge. The house becomes a flurry of activity after dinner, and kids can put up a battle against brushing their teeth and going to sleep even though their little bodies are exhausted from their day. What to do? Our SmileTown Burnaby dentists share some advice.
Your Child's First Filling
No parent looks forward to learning that their child has a cavity. However, children will also take this news much harder than the adults in their life will. Today, our Smiletown Burnaby dentists offer some advice about preparing your child for their first filling.
Teens & Dental Health: The Affects of Smoking
Resisting peer pressure can be hard for teens. But when it comes to smoking especially, it's important that parents arm them with the tools they need to resist – both for their long-term health, and for their oral health.
The Teething Process: FAQs
Teething can be a difficult and uncomfortable process for both you and your baby. however, if you know what to expect ahead of time, and how to handle the issues that arise, it can go a lot more smoothly.
Stages of Oral Development: Ages 4 - 6
Children's mouths are in a constant state of development throughout the infant and teenage years. Here, you'll learn what to expect in your child's oral development between the ages of 4 and 6.
5 Oral Health-Friendly Dinner Ideas
While brushing and flossing are core to lifelong oral health, food plays a significant role in keeping your family's smile healthy. Here, we at Smile Town Burnaby propose 5 ideas for making your dinners more oral health-friendly.
Relieving Dental Fear & Anxiety in Children
Every child has different needs when it comes to dental care. Some simply feel more anxious or afraid of visiting the dentist than others. Here, our Smile Town Burnaby dentists suggest some techniques for you to relieve your child's dental anxiety leading up to and during dental appointments.
Fun & Silly Tooth & Dental Health Products on Amazon.ca
Smile Town Burnaby has selected their favourite handy (and sometimes silly) dental tools and toys from Amazon.ca to help promote your child's oral health!
Brushing & Flossing Tips for Kids & Parents
Brushing and flossing are the foundation of you and your kid's oral hygiene. But how can you be sure that your child's teeth are getting the proper daily care they need? Our Smile Town Burnaby dentists offer some tips for improving kids' (and parents'!) daily oral health routine.
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