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Is Thumb Sucking Dangerous To Your Child’s Oral Health? [VIDEO]
It is common for parents to wonder whether it is bad for kids to be sucking their thumbs or fingers. Lots of households have at least one “thumb-sucker” and we at Affinity Dental Clinic in Richmond, BC are here to set the record straight about the problems that arise from thumb sucking. The big question is, should you worry about your child if they are sucking their thumb? For the most part, there is nothing to worry about. Thumb sucking is completely natural for most children, making them feel secure and content and even being...
read moreNational Children’s Dental Health Month: Raising Awareness
Did you know: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month? February is the month to raise awareness about the significance of your oral health. With National Children’s Dental Health month beginning in Cleveland in 1941 and extending to a month-long program since 1981, it is especially important to take care of your child’s oral health. The dental team at Affinity Dental Clinic in Richmond support National Children’s Dental Health Month and encourage you to follow up with regular checkups and proper oral...
read moreHave Bad Breath? Freshen Up With These Tips
Bad breath can scare away a variety of people, whether it be your boss, family, or a potential new love interest. The team at Affinity Dental Clinic in Richmond are always available to share the latest tips and tricks on how to freshen bad breath. At Affinity Dental Clinic in Richmond, we know that many patients are worried about how their breath smells. However, while some cases of bad breath are persistent and chronic, bad breath can typically be kept at bay. The following video thoroughly explains the causes of bad breath and how it can be...
read moreAre You Exercising Enough? Find Out Now
Along with maintaining proper oral health, fitness is essential for people to improve their lifestyle. We here at Affinity Dental Clinic in Richmond want our patients to get active by exercising or playing sports. However, when participating in contact sports, it is incredibly important to wear a mouth guard to protect your teeth and jaw bone. The U.S. Department of Health and Human services suggest people exercise one hour each day, engaging in moderate physical activities, for example: a brisk walk or playing sports. People should also spend...
read moreProper Oral Care: Children’s Dental
If your child is 1 years-old or their first teeth have come in, be sure to take them to their first dentist appointment. Giving your child the proper oral care is essential to their well-being. We all know that maintaining oral health is important, especially when it comes to children. Experts suggest that parents should start taking care of their children’s oral health at age 1 or as soon as their first teeth come in. However, a report from C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital indicates that the majority of children from ages...
read moreAre you Brushing Your Teeth Properly? Learn How!
Knowing how to brush your teeth properly is important so you can avoid conditions such as gingivitis and tooth decay. Bad brushing technique can lead to tooth abrasion, which wears away the surface of the tooth. Because gum tissue is so delicate, it can be damaged from the bristles on your toothbrush and lead to tooth sensitivity. These instructions will help you brush your teeth the right way: Put a thin layer of toothpaste on your already-moist toothbrush. Brush your back teeth first, especially focusing on the front of the teeth. Hold...
read moreHave Bad Breath? Conquer It With These Tips
If you constantly have bad breath and think there’s nothing you can do about it, think again. These helpful tips can assist in keeping bad breath at bay. Halitosis, or bad breath, can be seriously humiliating. You don’t have to live with it forever! Simply by brushing and flossing at least two times a day, particularly after you’ve eaten, can help. The tongue collects a lot of bacteria and gunk so be sure to brush it – you can even use a tongue scraper. If you rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash after, that will...
read moreKeep Your Smile Sparkling with Regular Dental Cleaning and Checkups
Sometimes due to fear, laziness or anxiety, patients tend to forget about booking a regular dental cleaning or checkup at their local, friendly dental clinic. In order to encourage you to schedule your next checkup and cleaning at Affinity Dental Clinic now, here’s a few good reasons why regular dental visits are so important: “Patients who visit the dentist regularly are much less likely to need major procedures such as root canals, gum grafts and tooth extraction.” 1. Avoid Painful Procedures: Patients who visit...
read moreLearn About Wisdom Teeth Removal: Procedure and Recovery
Wisdom teeth removal is a common dental procedure in Richmond, but most patients are not even aware of why wisdom teeth removal is necessary. The extraction experts at Affinity Dental Clinic have written this handy guide on wisdom teeth to answer any questions you may have. “Wisdom teeth removal is a common dental procedure in Richmond, but most patients are not even aware of why wisdom teeth removal is necessary. “ What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth, the last molars in your bite, typically show up in people aged 16 to 25...
read moreAll I Want For Christmas is My Two Front Teeth
Can you remember back to a time when you had a very simple request for Santa Claus? Please Santa, I’ll go without the toys on my list if you please, please give me my two front teeth this year? The holidays are a great time to get together with family and soak up all the wonder of the season by sharing traditions with our children. Enjoy this holiday classic from your friends at Affinity Dental Clinic: All I Want For Christmas is My Two Front Teeth Everybody pauses and stares at me These two teeth are gone as you can see I don’t...
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