Is Thumb Sucking Dangerous To Your Child’s Oral Health?
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 Aaargon Dental Centre at Coquitlam Centre in Coquitlam 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 being quite relaxing for them. This habit is something that most kids can easily grow out of when they hit the ages of two to four.
However, thumb sucking does become a problem when your child continues to suck their thumb after they’ve received their permanent teeth (usually around the ages of four to six). This habit can become quite problematic at this point, causing pressure inside their mouth and preventing teeth from growing or aligning properly.
If you think that thumb sucking is becoming a problem for your child, contact the dental team at Aaargon Dental in Coquitlam and we can evaluate what’s happening and give you some helpful tips on how your child can stop this habit.
This Year, What is Your Smile Resolution?
A lot of people are making resolutions at the start of the New Year, either to eat better, exercise more, or save more money. But, how many have ever considered making a New Year’s resolution for their smile?
This 2012, make your smile something special with the help of Aaargon Dental Centre!
We have a wide range of convenient, one-stop dental services including:
- Mercury-Free Fillings
- Pain-free Laser Dentistry Solutions
- Professional Teeth Whitening
- Invisalign Invisible Braces
- and much more!
Request an appointment online today or call us at 604-464-7333 now.
Have Bad Breath? Freshen Up With These Tips
Bad breath can scare away a variety of people, whether it be your boss, family, or a potential new love interest. The team at Aaargon Dental Centre at Coquitlam Centre in Coquitlam are always available to share the latest tips and tricks on how to freshen bad breath.
At Aaargon Dental Centre, 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 prevented. Most of the time, bad breath can be stopped if you brush your teeth twice a day after eating and floss regularly. The video focuses on morning breath and how this can be controlled, providing tips such as brushing inside the cheek and tongue where most of the bacteria accumulates. It is also recommended to drink plenty of water to encourage saliva production.
Watch the video below for more tips on how to get rid of bad breath.
To learn more about proper oral health, feel free to contact Aaargon Dental Centre at Coquitlam Centre you have any questions.
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQ: What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
What is cosmetic dentistry?
For most, the look of your smile is extremely important. If you are unhappy with your smile, there are numerous ways in which you can achieve the look you want. The cosmetic dentistry team at Aaargon Dental Centre in Coquitlam will be able to perform the right procedure for you.
These five common cosmetic dentistry treatments can help with the overall look of your teeth:
Teeth Bleaching When people ask “what is cosmetic dentistry”, this is the typically the most well-known answer. Teeth bleaching is used to whiten teeth and can eliminate stains. Years of discoloured teeth from medication, coffee, tea or from smoking, genetics or from aging can be erased–almost instantly. Cosmetic dentistry and professional teeth whitening are a perfect solution for patients with upcoming job interviews, weddings, birthdays or more.
Bonding Filling in gaps and changing tooth color is done through bonding. Cosmetic dentistry bonding only needs one office visit, and can last for many years after the procedure is done.
Crowns Cosmetic dental crowns, a.k.a. caps, restores teeth back to their regular shape and look. Cosmetic crowns typically last the longest out of all cosmetic dentistry procedures.
Veneers If you want to change the color or shape of your teeth and get that winning smile you’ve always wanted, veneers are the choice for you. Thin pieces of porcelain are used on teeth to correct flaws in a person’s teeth.
Contouring and reshaping If you have healthy teeth and want to get a subtle makeover for your smile in a single session, contouring and tooth reshaping is done efficiently and will correct the flaws in your mouth. This procedure is normally used in conjunction with bonding to change the look of your teeth.
If we have not answered your question of “what is cosmetic dentistry” yet, give us a call or go online to book an appointment today at Aaargon Dental Centre in Coquitlam to learn more and get that smile you’ve always wanted.
A Brighter Smile Leads to Career Success
Studies reveal that a better smile can be a contributing factor to success in your career. Interacting with colleagues and clients on a day-to-day basis, your appearance greatly influences the way people around you perceive and interact with you. Say for instance, you need a report earlier than you anticipated from your co-worker. You would be surprised how far a brilliant smile can go in getting that report ahead of time!
On a whole, people tend to make subconscious judgements about each person they interact with and encounter. When going in for an interview, meeting with a prospective client, or making business contacts you want to leave a positive impression that lasts. Nothing is more memorable than a fantastic smile. Walk into the boardroom with confidence, smile like you mean it, and you will have the respect and favor of your employers or employees.
Ask Dr. Rokshana Chherawala for more information about what a smile makeover can do for you or contact us to book a consultation today.