Shaughnessy Dental Blog

When Do Children’s Baby Teeth Fall Out?

Posted by Shaughnessy Dental on Tuesday, April 12th, 2011

Every child begins to lose their baby teeth and get their adult teeth around the same time, however there are instances that may cause a delay or speed up the process. Baby teeth are not only used for eating, they hold the space necessary for the permanent (adult) teeth to erupt. When the adult teeth [...]

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Psychosocial Problems Are Common in Children With Dental Fear

Posted by Shaughnessy Dental on Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Children and adolescents with severe dental fear often come from families with a turbulent background. It is also more common that they have had counselling contact with a psychologist. These are the conclusions of research carried out at the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden.

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Tooth Whitening Methods

Posted by Shaughnessy Dental on Friday, June 11th, 2010

With a variety of tooth whitening methods available, whitening your teeth has never been more accessible. Are you dreaming of a white smile?…

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Who’s who in the dental care team?

Monday, May 7th, 2012 - News

As the leader of the oral health care team, your dentist works closely with the dental hygienist, the dental assistant and the dental office staff to keep you and your mouth healthy. Each member plays an important role on the oral health care team. Your dentist Your dentist is your oral health care expert and [...]

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Bleaches

Monday, May 7th, 2012 - Dental Tips

Most bleaching products are peroxide-based and are actually capable of altering the colours of the tooth itself. However, not all tooth discolourations respond to tooth-bleaching treatments. Individuals contemplating tooth-bleaching should consult with a dentist to determine the cause of the tooth discolouration and to determine whether a bleaching treatment will have the desired result. This [...]

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Do I really have to go to the dentist every six months? Do I need x-rays at each visit?

Monday, May 7th, 2012 - Frequently Asked Questions

How often you go for a dental exams depends on your oral health needs. The goal is to catch small problems early. For many people, this means a dental exam every six months. Your dentist may suggest that you visit more or less often depending on how well you care for your teeth and gums, [...]

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Should my child always brush right before bed?

Monday, May 7th, 2012 - Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. If you don’t get rid of the germs (bacteria) and sugars that cause cavities, they have all night to do their dirty work. Plus, when your child is asleep, he or she does not produce as much spit (or saliva). Saliva helps keep the mouth clean. So brushing at bedtime is very important.

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Nutrition for Children

Monday, May 7th, 2012 - Dental Nutrition

When your child eats or drinks sugars, the germs (bacteria) in your child’s mouth mix with the sugars to make a mild acid. This acid attacks the hard outer layer of teeth (also called enamel). It can make holes (or cavities) in the teeth. The damage that sugars do depends on how much sugar goes [...]

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How to Floss Properly – 3 Easy Steps

Monday, May 7th, 2012 - Dental Hygiene

How to Floss Step 1 Take a piece of floss about as long as your child’s arm. Wrap it around your middle fingers, leaving about 2 inches between the hands. Use your index fingers to guide the floss between the teeth. Step 2 Slide the floss between the teeth and wrap it into a “C” [...]

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How to Brush Properly – Step By Step

Monday, May 7th, 2012 - Dental Hygiene

Step 1 Hold the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the teeth. Point the bristles to where the gums and teeth meet. Step 2 Use gentle circles. Do not scrub. Clean every surface of every tooth. For the front teeth, use the “toe” or front part of the brush. The key word is gentle. You [...]

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