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Professional teeth whitening has not been adequately tested on children. For this and a few other reasons, our Sault Ste. Marie dentists do not suggest that children or teens have their teeth whitened.
During puberty, there is a specific type of preventable gingivitis that may form. Here, our Sault Ste. Marie dentists talk about what puberty gingivitis is, how it happens and the ways that it can be treated.
As with most things, convincing a toddler to brush their teeth can be a tough sell. Even so, routine dental care is crucial to oral health. Here are some tips from our Sault Ste. Marie dentists to help you get your toddler to brush their teeth and keep their mouth healthy.
Preventive oral hygiene is the best defence against tooth decay. Here, our Sault Ste. Marie dentists explain why establishing good dental health care routines early is important for your child.
Good oral hygiene habits start when children are babies. We explain why it’s important to teach habits early through instruction and reinforce them throughout childhood.
Fluoride is a naturally-occurring mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities. Here, our Sault Ste. Marie dentists explain how topical fluoride treatments work to protect your teeth.
Many children find visiting the dentist to be a bit scary or intimidating at first. Here, our Sault Ste. Marie dentists explain how you can talk to your kids about these initial dental appointments, to set them at ease.
While there are many similarities between routine checkups for adults and for children there are also some key differences. Here, our Sault Ste. Marie dentists explain what to expect during your child’s dental appointment.
Pediatric dentists specialize in the oral health care of children, from infants to teenagers. Here, our Sault Ste. Marie dentists explain how pediatric dentists are different from general dentists.
If you've been wondering whether or not it's time to start flossing your children's teeth, look no further. We get asked this question a lot, so we decided to document this answer for our readers.
We invite you to contact The Dental Office to book your first appointment.
