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Treatment Options for a Cracked Tooth – Vancouver BC

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Robin Mak

Did you know that cracked teeth are quite common? Chips and breaks are also fairly common. Why do teeth crack? There are many reasons a tooth may chip, break or crack: Teeth can crack from wear over time and with … Continue reading →

Periodontal Disease & Pregnancy: Risk to the Fetus

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Robin Mak

Pregnant women with periodontal disease are at 7 times higher risk for preterm birth and low baby birth weight than pregnant women who exhibit good oral health. Nearly 40% of all women suffer from some form of periodontal (gum) disease … Continue reading →

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How to Clean Your Baby’s Teeth – Adorable Video!

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Robin Mak

How to clean your baby’s teeth. Continue reading →

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Tips For Dental Anxiety in Children

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Robin Mak

What to do if Your Child is Afraid of the Dentist You’ve talked about going to the dentist, you’ve let your child know that dentist are important for healthy teeth and you’ve even explained how the visit might go. Yet, … Continue reading →

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Gum Boil in Children

Posted on March 14, 2019 by Robin Mak

What is a Gum Boil? The photo above is a standard presentation of a tooth abscess, also known as a gum boil or gumboil. It looks like a round, pus-filled pimple on the gums. In the photo above, the child … Continue reading →

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The Best Way to Look after Children’s Teeth

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Robin Mak

Does my child need to visit the dentist every six months? Interestingly, children’s teeth tend to decay at a faster rate than adult teeth. So it is important for children to visit the dentist regularly to keep an eye on … Continue reading →

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How to Floss Kids Teeth – Video by Our Very Own Dentist Dr. Robin Mak!

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Robin Mak

Did you know that Kits Family Dental has a youtube channel? Well we do, and in our videos you will recognize many of our staff members, Dr. Mak and Dr. Iwagami feature prominently. Video – How to Floss Kids Teeth … Continue reading →

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What Does Drinking Coke Do to Your Teeth? – Kids Experiment Showing Effects of Tea, Vinegar, Cola

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Robin Mak

Ok, the irony isn’t lost on us to be reposting an article on teeth science from a blog named Bonbon Break. It works though, this blog is chock full of interesting and engaging posts on many aspects of parenting. What … Continue reading →

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Child’s Gum Swollen – Some General Guidelines

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Robin Mak

A child’s swollen gum may be a minor passing discomfort or could also be something more serious. Here are some guidelines to help you understand if it is something that may heal itself or if an appointment with a professional … Continue reading →

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Using a Pacifier Harms Teeth – True or False?

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Robin Mak

There has long been debate, often quite intense, on whether using a pacifier harms teeth or not. Keep in mind that there are definite pros to using a pacifier. Some babies and toddlers love to use them, as pacifiers can … Continue reading →