What problems can excessive thumb sucking cause?
Thumbsucking can have a negative effect on your child's oral health if it persists past a certain age. Our Langley dentists list the specific issues this habit can cause.
General Information & Tips
Learn all the ins and outs of children's oral health, hygiene and cleaning with these tips and advice about your kids' dental care.
How can I tell if my child is at increased risk for cavities?
While every child is at risk for tooth decay, some may face increased risk of cavities due to nutritional, genetic and other factors. Our Langley dentists explain how to tell if your child may fall into this category.
What causes tooth sensitivity in children and teens?
Like adults, children and teens can experience tooth sensitivity, which may be marked by tingling, stinging or even painful sensations. Our Langley dentists list reasons your child or teen's teeth may be sensitive and this issue can be addressed.
6 Fun Facts About Orthodontics for Kids
You and your child have just been told they’ll need orthodontic treatment. One way to get them to take an active role in their orthodontic health is to share an interest in the topic. In this post, our Langley dentists share a few fun facts about orthodontics to explore with your kids!
Do kids really need orthodontics?
Did you know that even young children can have orthodontic issues treated? Our team at SmileTown Langley list how interception orthodontics and early treatment can help your young kid's oral health.
What are some common causes of oral health issues in teens?
Teens can experience a range of oral health issues as their mouths and bodies go through significant changes. Our SmileTown Langley dentists explore some of these issues and their causes in this post.
Bath, Brush, Book & Bed: Structuring Your Child's Nighttime Routine
If you've got little ones at home, you know that getting children into bed every night can be challenging! The after-dinner rush can feel like a sprint instead of a time to wind down and treasure your time together as kids can push back against brushing their teeth and going to sleep even though their little bodies are exhausted. What to do? Our SmileTown Langley dentists share some advice.
Nutrition - Sports Drinks
Sometimes, people consider sports drinks to be a healthier option than sodas or juices. However, our SmileTown Langley dentists want to explain how these drinks can cause serious damage to your teeth.
Teething - What Do Parents Need To Know?
While teething can be a difficult and painful process both for babies and their families, knowing what you can expect from the teething process as the parent of a baby can help things go a bit smoother. Here, our SmileTown Langley dentists explain what parents should know about teething.
Stages of Oral Development: 4 - 6 Years
As they grow up, children's mouths are in an almost continuous process of development. Below, you'll learn what to expect during your child's oral development between the ages of 4 and 6.
How Smoking Affects Oral Health
Our dental team at Smile Town Langley understands that resisting peer pressure can sometimes be extremely difficult for teens. But it is essential to resist than when it comes to smoking – both for the sake of overall health, and the health of your teeth.
5 School Lunch Ideas to Promote Your Child's Oral Health
When it comes to your kid's oral health, not all lunch foods are created equal. Here are 5 ideas for packing your child's school lunch that, along with regular brushing and flossing, will help promote oral health!
Early Childhood Tooth Decay
Although they will eventually be replaced by permanent teeth, primary teeth (or baby teeth) play key roles in your child's longterm dental health. Today our Smile Town Langley dentists walk through why primary tooth decay matters and how you can prevent it in your child.
Cavity Prevention for Kids
Dental care that kids receive over the course of their childhood is important to promoting lifelong oral health. There are many methods you can use to prevent cavities (or tooth decay) in your child's teeth, and our Smile Town Langley dentists are here to make a few recommendations.
3 Books to Read to Your Kids Before Visiting the Dentist
Dentist appointments can sometimes cause children to feel discomfort. One way for them to overcome this is by understanding what happens at the dentist. Here are 3 books you can read with your child to help them mentally prepare!
How Important is Early Childhood Dental Care?
While baby teeth are temporary, diligent care for them in early childhood can lead to lifelong oral health. Our Smile Town Langley dentists explain the importance of early childhood dental care.
Orthodontics: The Benefits of Early Intervention
While crowded or misaligned primary teeth will eventually be replaced, there are many benefits to early identification and intervention when it comes to orthodontic issues. Here, our Smile Town Burnaby dentists walk you through the benefits of interceptive orthodontics.
Daily Oral Hygiene: The Hows & Whys of Brushing Your Teeth
You know that brushing teeth is key to maintaining your oral health. But how often should you be brushing? And why so often and long? Here, our Smile Town Langley dentists explain some of the whys and hows of brushing.
Dental Care For Children With Special Needs
Some parents of children with special needs may have anxiety or questions about their child's dental experience. Here, our Smile Town Langley dentists walk you through our process and experience working with children with a wide range of special needs.
5 Oral Health-Friendly Dinner Ideas
While brushing and flossing are key to maintaining good oral health, the food you eat plays a significant role in keeping your smile healthy. Here, we at Smiletown Langley 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 Langley 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 Langley 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 Langley dentists offer some tips for improving kids' (and parents'!) daily oral health routine.
Fun Video Timers To Help Keep Your Young Child Brushing
At SmileTown Langley our dentists know it can be tough to keep your kids brushing for the full 2 minutes recommended by the Canadian Dental Association. So we've found 2 fun timers to help you to keep your child happily brushing until the music stops.
Fun Pop-Up Books to Encourage Kids to Brush Their Teeth
Our dentists understand that it can be challenging to get young children to brush their teeth. If oral hygiene is a battle between you and your young child, here are some fun pop-up book suggestions from our Langley children's dentists to help encourage your child to brush.
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