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 South Point Dental Centre in South Surrey/White Rock 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...
Read MoreSouth Point Dentist Attends Grand Opening of 123Dentist.com Conference Room
South Point Dental Centre is proud to be a sponsor and participant in events in our community, and we’re proud to support the next generation of community leaders and the future of dentistry. Recently, South Point Dental’s very own Dr. Wong and Office Manager Laura Wong attended the Grand Opening of the 123Dentist.com Study/Conference Room donated by the 123Dentist.com Community Dentist Network to the Faculty of Dentistry at the prestigious University of British Columbia. Dr. Wong and Laura Wong are pictured below with Dr. Charles Shuler, the Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry....
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 South Point Dental Centre in South Surrey/White Rock are always available to share the latest tips and tricks on how to freshen bad breath. At South Point 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...
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 South Point Dental Centre in South Surrey/White Rock 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 sports. People should also spend 1 hour and 15 minutes doing...
Read MoreNational Children’s Dental Health Month: Raising Awareness
Did you know: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month? February is the month to raise awareness about the significance of your oral health. With National Children’s Dental Health month beginning in Cleveland in 1941 and extending to a month-long program since 1981, it is especially important to take care of your child’s oral health. The dental team at South Point Dental Centre in South Surrey/White Rock support National Children’s Dental Health Month and encourage you to follow up with regular checkups and proper oral care. In February, South Point Dental...
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 1-2 have not even begun seeing a dentist. At South...
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