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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 Pacific Centre Dental Group in Vancouver 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...
read moreHave Bad Breath? Freshen Up With These Tips [VIDEO]
Bad breath can scare away a variety of people, whether it be your boss, family, or a potential new love interest. The team at Pacific Centre Dental Group in Vancouver are always available to share the latest tips and tricks on how to freshen bad breath. At Pacific Centre Dental Group, 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 Pacific Centre Dental Group at Pacific Centre Mall in Vancouver 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...
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 moreExecutive Esthetic Dentistry: Finding Your Perfect Smile
These days, CEOs aren’t fretting over their fine lines, but are more interested in the state of their smile. Executive Esthetic Dentistry is cosmetic dentistry for executives at a high-level, but differs from what a model or actor would pursue when it comes to their teeth. Here at Pacific Centre Dental in Vancouver, we can offer you dental procedures that will give you the smile you deserve to help achieve your work and business goals. In a recent Forbes magazine article, executive smile makeovers were a prominent feature. Even though...
read moreSmiles for Life: Keeping Your Teeth Natural
It has come across our attention at Pacific Centre Dental that many aging patients are concerned about losing teeth as they grow older. The truth of the matter is that there is no reason for senior citizens to lose their teeth other than because of oral disease. Your perfect smile can last you a lifetime, if you take proper care of it. “Most dental professionals are seeing that these older citizens are keeping their teeth healthy, allowing for a natural smile with no need of dental implants or dentures.” The aging...
read moreFast Food Puts Teens on the Fast Track to Cavities
With teenagers eating an increased amount of fast food and carbonated beverages to keep up with their busy lifestyle, family dental clinics are witnessing a generation inflicting serious damage to their oral and overall health. “One of the leading causes of cavities is from carbonated beverages; which not only result in cavities but also increase obesity in today’s teenager.” A poor diet that consists of sugary treats and fast food can result in premature loss of tooth enamel, resulting in a weaker tooth structure. Due...
read moreDental Tips To Help You Enjoy the Holidays
The winter holidays are swiftly approaching and we at Pacific Centre Dental Group want to help you look and feel your best this season! We want to offer you the following tips to keep your holidays happy and healthy this year: 1. Do you want to make a statement about how happy and beautiful your life has been in 2011? There is no better way to make a lasting impression that exudes confidence, joy and success than a gorgeous smile. Come in for your cleaning or book a appointment for whitening and dazzle your friends and family with a healthy...
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