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Help! My child sucks their thumb
HOMEDENTALORTHODONTICSSEDATIONLIP & TONGUE TIESTHE EXPERIENCETEAMLOCATIONSHelp! My child sucks their thumbThumb sucking is a common habit among children, but if it persists beyond a certain age, it can cause dental problems such as...
Is laughing gas safe for kids?
HOMEDENTALORTHODONTICSSEDATIONLIP & TONGUE TIESTHE EXPERIENCETEAMLOCATIONSIs Laughing Gas Safe for Kids?Laughing gas, also known as nitrous oxide is a commonly used mild sedative agent in dentistry. It is generally considered safe...
Does My Child Have a Tongue-Tie?
HOMEDENTALORTHODONTICSSEDATIONLIP & TONGUE TIESTHE EXPERIENCETEAMLOCATIONSDoes My Child Have a Tongue-Tie?A tongue-tie, also known as ankyloglossia, is a condition in which the thin piece of tissue (lingual frenulum) that connects...
First Visit At Age One
HOMEDENTALORTHODONTICSSEDATIONLIP & TONGUE TIESTHE EXPERIENCETEAMLOCATIONSFIRST DENTAL VISIT AT AGE ONEIt is important for children to visit the dentist at a young age in order to establish good oral health habits and prevent...
When Should My Child See An Orthodontist
HOMEDENTALORTHODONTICSSEDATIONLIP & TONGUE TIESTHE EXPERIENCETEAMLOCATIONSWhen Should My Child See An Orthodontist? The Canadian Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by age...
Crowns for Primary (baby) Teeth
HOMEDENTALORTHODONTICSSEDATIONLIP & TONGUE TIESTHE EXPERIENCETEAMLOCATIONSCrowns for Primary (Baby) Teeth When a child's primary tooth (also known as a baby tooth) is damaged or decayed, the dentist has two main options for...
Preparing for your Consultation
HOMEDENTALORTHODONTICSSEDATIONLIP & TONGUE TIESTHE EXPERIENCETEAMLOCATIONSPREPARING FOR YOUR CONSULTATIONMany children visit the dentist for routine care, including dental cleanings and examinations. However, there are many...