March 17th, 2024
For today’s children, a visit to the dentist is often a fun experience. Positive attitudes on the part of the parents and immediate family members are the most important factors in determining the child’s out-look on visiting the dentist. Ideally, regular visits should start as early as your child’s first birthday and no later than…Keep Reading
September 13th, 2023
Thumb Sucking Sucking is one of a baby’s natural reflexes, much like grasping of objects. It is a normal infant habit, which makes the child feel secure and happy. Thumb sucking usually decreases after the age of two. Sometimes, if a child continues vigorous and prolonged thumbsucking past the age of four, it can create…Keep Reading
May 17th, 2023
Baby Bottle Decay Why are baby teeth important since they fall out anyway? Your child’s first set of teeth are important for a number of reasons: As soon as teeth appear in the mouth, decay can occur. One serious form of decay among young children is baby bottle decay. Decay usually begins along the gum-line…Keep Reading
March 24th, 2023
We are excited to be having so many generations of patients return for their oral care at our clinic in Burnaby! Many of our patients are now expectant parents or parents of young ones. With this in mind we have decided, over the next several months, to write a series of blogs on children’s dentistry. …Keep Reading
November 23rd, 2022
Tooth sensitivity is more common than you think. The most obvious sign of tooth sensitivity is a sudden or sharp pain that is aggravated by certain activities, such as brushing, eating and drinking. Sensitive teeth are typically the result of worn tooth enamel or exposed tooth roots. Sometimes, however, tooth discomfort is caused by other…Keep Reading
October 27th, 2022
Some people find a trip to the dentist neveracking. If you don’t like needles or metal instruments in your mouth, this isn’t surprising. However, for most patients, dental cleaning is simple and painless. Knowing what to expect during the cleaning visit can help ease any nerves. Here’s what happens at a dental cleaning at our…Keep Reading
August 25th, 2022
What you eat and drink can have a huge effect on your overall health, and especially your oral health. Thus, you should incorporate a variety of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, calcium-rich foods, and lean protein into your meals. Ensure you also get enough vitamin C and minerals from your diet to keep your gums…Keep Reading
August 16th, 2022
Have you ever wanted to have fantastic white teeth but not have to go to the dentist’s office? How are whitening toothpastes supposed to work and do they even work? The answer: It really depends on what types of stains you have and the type of toothpaste you choose! Important considerations Contrary to a whitening…Keep Reading
June 23rd, 2022
As you age and notice changes in your body, you become more conscious of your health. At this point, you may start thinking of doing more physical activities or eating healthier food. While these are undoubtedly important, many often forget about oral health and hygiene. For example, as strong as your teeth may be, they…Keep Reading
May 13th, 2022
Why Dental Laser Esthetics Burnaby Dr. Yung from Dental Laser Esthetics in Burnaby has been treating patients using Invisalign since 2004 and has seen some very impressive outcomes. Why Invisalign Invisalign works fast, and early moves of teeth can often be seen in a matter of a few weeks. Invisalign fits in easily with your…Keep Reading