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Types of Dental Anesthesia

Posted on March 10, 2019 by Robin Mak

At Kits Family Dental, we specialize in helping kids and adults. Sometimes our work requires us to use one of two types of dental anesthesia. These work by blocking nerve signals in your body dulling any pain in your mouth … Continue reading →

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Which is the Worst Candy for Your Teeth?

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Robin Mak

Most of us like to have a little treat now and then. Sometimes it’s a case of trying to choose the candy that is ‘less bad’ for the teeth. Along the lines of sugar and teeth, did you know that … Continue reading →

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Vitamin D and Cavities

Posted on March 4, 2019 by Robin Mak

This is interesting. Did you know that research shows that Vitamin D deficiency can contribute to cavities? Key facts: Vitamin D and Cavities Research has found a 74% reduction in cavities of people who had the most sun exposure. There’s … Continue reading →

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How Much Does a Dental Cleaning Cost in Vancouver BC?

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Robin Mak

Here is an breakdown of the approximate dental cleaning cost in Vancouver for adults and children. Please note that it varies per person and will depend on factors such as how much cleaning is needed and how many x-rays are … Continue reading →

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Addressing Dental Anxiety

Posted on January 27, 2019 by Robin Mak

Do you have dental anxiety? Lots of people do! There are many things that can be done to decrease dental anxiety ranging from clinical, mindful or physical comforts. This post will cover: Nitrous Oxide Sedation Gentle Dentistry Positive reinforcement & … Continue reading →

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Key Differences Between Kids and Adults Orthodontics

Posted on January 19, 2019 by Robin Mak

Many people are choosing to get braces as adults. This is relatively new; adult braces used to be pretty much unheard of. This may be partly attributed to the fact that clear plastic braces called Invisalign now exist. Not many … Continue reading →

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New Years Goals for Your Teeth

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Robin Mak

I really like the idea of setting New Years Goals instead of Resolutions; it seems more positive and open ended. Planning for things that you WANT to do instead of trying not to do things, is much more fun and … Continue reading →

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10 Ways We Damage our Teeth Without Realizing

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Robin Mak

There’s lots of articles on what to do for your teeth. Here we cover what NOT to do. Don’ts For Healthy Teeth: Don’t rinse with water after brushing. That’s right, don’t waste all that good flouride, let it sit on … Continue reading →

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How to Lower Your Dental Costs

Posted on December 15, 2018 by Robin Mak

Dental coverage is not as widespread as healthcare coverage in BC. People are often, and for good reason, cost conscious about dental treatments. This is obviously a bigger concern for people with no dental coverage and especially those with no … Continue reading →

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When Should a Child Brush Their Own Teeth?

Posted on December 6, 2018 by Robin Mak

Children should be able to do a pretty good job of brushing their own teeth around age 6. You will still want to check occasionally to make sure they are brushing properly and not getting too lazy. Using a soft … Continue reading →

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