During pregnancy we all know the importance of regular prenatal visits, vitamins, healthy eating and exercise but if you are expecting you may want to add trip to your dental professional to your list of things to do. Did you know that having gum disease can place your baby at risk for preterm birth and […]
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Having a mouth full of water through out the day is a good habit-adults and children. After eating a small piece or large piece of candy a mouth full of water helps decrease the acid attack from the sugar. You can swish and spit or swish and drink. After a drink of milk, juice or
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Most of the dental hygienists here at Lifetime Smiles Dental Hygiene Clinic are also “moms”. We care deeply about the oral health of all children. In this age of doctor Google, there can be a great deal of conflicting healthcare advice easily accessed. Our goal is to educate parents, caregivers, grandparents and anyone else who
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Is there a dental topic more polarizing than water fluoridation? Supporters adamantly defend this public health initiative and opponents are just as resolute in their position. On the fence about community water fluoridation? An internet search on the topic can lead to hours of reading, and information that is all over the map. Adding to public perplexity
The results are in…decay is on the rise in Calgary Read More »
I drafted this post some time ago but held back. I didn’t want parents to think I am criticizing them. I understand how many times throughout a child’s life that parenting can be difficult. I don’t want to add to any external pressure, but reading an article yesterday that “the federal government is spending a million dollars to
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April is Autism Awareness month, and this week is National Dental Hygienists week, so I decide to blog about both. I dedicate this blog post to my friend Allison and all families who know Autism and Aspergers well. During my time as a dental hygienist I have been exposed to clients of all ages and backgrounds including those with
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Seal Out Tooth Decay before It Happens! How can you prevent yourself or your children from getting cavities? it’s easy SEAL THEM OUT… with Sealants! Do you remember why your dental hygienist or dentist put sealants or more commonly known as “white coats”, “clear paint” or “protective paint” on your back teeth when you were younger?
Signed, SEALED, & Delivered : For Children & Adults Read More »
Saliva, aka SPIT – is very important. Your may have even been complimented at your dental cleaning appointment by your dental hygienist on your saliva. It usually goes something like this: dental hygienist “wow, you have a lot of saliva” patient (who is now wondering is that good or bad) “what does that mean?” Saliva is very important
test saliva and prevent dental cavities…who knew? Read More »
I guess you could say a life of good dental hygiene starts at home. More specifically it starts with young children at home. That means parents, listen up. You have the power to provide your child with the tools and habits that can lead to a cavity free life. That’s right…no cavities. Kids love “cavity-free dental check
Home is where the heart is….and the toothpaste, and the floss.. Read More »
