Happy fall,

As we move well into fall and winter kids begin to play sports and other activities.  As we have stressed in the past, the need for a mouth guard is paramount!  We see it all too often where older kids have lost permanent teeth due to a sporting injury that could easily have been prevented.  And, it is usually the front tooth.  The procedure to regain that smile can often be lengthy, involving root canals, crowns, implants and other procedures.  These mouth guards can be made right in our office, often with same day results, thus preventing very involved procedures.

Healthy snacks,

We know some of these suggestions may not all be “school friendly”, but while at home, and in some cases school, here are a few healthy ideas. 

Popcorn, nuts, peanuts, plain yogurt, cheese, whole grains, cereals, fruits, and any vegetables.

Believe it or not saliva helps clean your teeth!.  Saliva will help remove any acid from your teeth, thus making them cleaner when you do brush.  A common thought is to brush your teeth right away to prevent that bad breath that we may feel we have after eating.  What can actually happen is, if there is any acid left on your teeth, brushing will in fact, (with the aid of the acid) remove some of your teeth’s protective surface.  Wait an hour so our mouth’s natural process can help clean our teeth.

When  it comes to sweets (and we all love these) be sure not to keep that treat in your mouth too long, thus leaving your teeth exposed to the sugars from the candy.  Don’t eat a lot of sweet things, but if you do eat sweets, eat them at meal time or with healthy snacks.  This way we can dilute the sugars with the aid of other foods to help keep our teeth healthy.

So this fall we recommend;

1.  A mouth guard for anyone playing any activity.  Both grown ups and kids alike.

2.  Plan for healthy snacks such as fruits veggies, nuts, and whole grains.

3.  Give your body time to “clean” your teeth before we quickly brush our teeth.

4.  And do not “treasure” that great flavour of a sweet by leaving it our mouths too long.

Feel free to inquire about any questions you may have with any of our Dental Team.

Happy healthy smiles from our Dental Team.

The Ontario Dental Association (ODA) has choosen three themes this month to help educate the public about dental health.  These are; chidren, elderly patients, and oral cancer.  As we pride ourseleves on being well versed on how to achieve optimum oral health for all patients, here are just a few simple ideas you can use to improve your, and your family’s oral well being.  For your children’s school lunches, pack crunchy vegetables (carrots) and fruit (apples) or a piece of cheese.  If children eat these after their lunch they act as nature’s natural tooth brush.  Also, ask them to rinse out their mouth with water after they have eaten, as this will also help prevent cavities.  Actually, patients of all ages can benifit from this simple tip.

A lot of our elderly patients are taking multiple perscriped medication.  One common side effect of many drugs is ‘dry mouth’ (xero stomia). This leads to increased amount of bacteria in the mouth, may cause gum disease as well as cavities.  Patients with dry mouth should try to drink more water.  Seems like a simple idea, but this can make quite a difference in oral health.

Oral cancer affects patients of all ages – 25% of persons diagnosed with oral cancer are considered low risk.  Three people per day, in Canada die from oral cancer.  Oral cancer is diagnosed three times more often than cervical cancer.  The oral cancer screening exams we perform are simple and fast for our patients, and can be life saving. Next time you visit our office, ask us about oral cancer screening.  We would be happy to talk about this

Next visit ask us about any other tips to keep you and your smile healthy for a life time.

Kid’s Mouth Guards

Summer is right around the corner! School’s not even out yet, but kids are already getting outside to play and make the most of these warm summer months.

If you’re a parent, you’re probably anxiously monitoring all the activities of your youngster as they indulge in all sorts of fun, summer activities. Cuts and scrapes are almost status quo for kids, but are you sure you’re doing everything possible to protect your kids from incurring much more serious injuries?

From bike helmets, baseball helmets, shin guards, and knee pads – you’re child is still missing out if he our she isn’t protecting a vulnerable part of the body – the mouth and teeth.

Many people would be surprised to learn that a simple elbow to the jaw can cause serious injury to the teeth and jaw, resulting in dislocation, soreness, and even missing teeth.

Interestingly enough, many facial sports injuries can be prevented simply by wearing a mouth guard, which “cushions” the teeth from harmful impact and protects from potentially serious facial injury.

At Guelph Southend Dental, we offer kids’ mouth guards to protect your childs’ teeth as they engage in sports such as football, soccer, basketball, hockey, wrestling, cheerleading, etc.

ProForm Mouth Guards, offered at Guelph Southend Dental, were designed by dental and sports professionals, and offer the highest level of protection and comfort while you play.

ProForm Mouth Guards are advantageous because they are thin, comfortable, and don’t interfere with speech or breathing during play. Best of all, they offer superior protection due to an integrated palatal brace which protects the highly susceptible front teeth and dissipates impact throughout the teeth and mouth.

Contact Us Today to Book an Appointment for a Mouth Guard fitting Today.

Meet Dr. Susan Bader who has been practicing dentistry at Southend Dental office in Guelph since 1992. Over 19 years of experience at the same Guelph dental practice has afforded Dr. Bader…more on Guelph dentist, Susan Bader

Dr. Erwin Yeh received his B.Sc. from the University of Toronto, followed by his D.D.S. from the University of Western Ontario in 2001. He then went on to do a post graduate…more on Guelph dentist, Erwin Yeh

Welcome to Guelph Southend Dental where our dentists in Guelph are committed to the oral health and well-being of our patients. Headed by Dr.Bader and Dr. Yeh, each who maintain separate dental practices, Guelph Southend Dental is an office shared by a dynamic group of people who have a way of making every patient feel comfortable and welcome. Weather you require a simple teeth cleaning or are considering making over your smile with cosmetic dentistry procedures, our Guelph dentists can help.. More about our Dentists in Guelph