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July 2015: Tips, eNews & More!
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Hope You Had A Happy Canada Day!
Summer is in full swing and if you have kids at home,
they are more than likely getting up later in the
morning. It's easy to just give them a sugary bowl of
cereal and get on with the day, but that is not doing
them any favours when it comes to their oral and overall
health. Try to provide fresh seasonal fruit for kids and
foods like eggs which make a great snack and are a good
source of protein without the sugars contained in so many
breakfast meals.
Summer nights may also come with later bedtimes, after a
full day outside in the sun, make sure your family tends
to their teeth before bed. Sugar can cause tooth decay so
it's important for kids to brush and rinse before hitting
the pillow. Practice the 3-2-1 rule:
Eat 3 healthy meals, brush 2 times, and floss 1 time
every day. Click here
for more summertime health tips.
Now is the time to get you and your child to the dentist
for a regular check-up. It's always good to take
advantage of this time when your child won't have to miss
school to get that necessary dental check-up. Click here to
request an appointment.
Summer fun means lots of smiles – keep your child's
smile healthy.
To keep you SMILING we are open 7 Days Per Week
Monday: 9am -
9pm
Tuesday: 9am - 9pm
Wednesday: 9am - 9pm
Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Friday: 9am - 7pm
Saturday: 9am - 4pm
Sunday: 9am - 1pm
Now is the time to come in and see us. You can either request an appointment or
call us at (905) 832-5000.
Have a great month,
- The Team at Family Dentistry in Maple
What You Don't Know About E-Cigarettes
E-cigarettes are on the rise. It has been estimated that
within 10 years e-cigarettes will outsell tobacco
products since they are considered a safer and less
expensive alternative to smoking. Smoking has been linked
to cancer and heart disease but that doesn't mean e-
cigarettes are not hazardous for your health. There has
also been concern that e-cigarettes are quickly becoming
a gateway drug for nonsmokers and teens.
What Are E-Cigarettes?
The battery powered electronic device contains a
cartridge with e-juice (made up of vegetable glycerin,
propylene glycol and liquid nicotine) and a heating
element to produce vapor. Since vapor is produced rather
than smoke, the amount of toxic chemicals emitted are
significantly reduced. This battery powered device also
reduces the odor that normally accompanies smoking.
Click here to find out about how vaping affects your oral
health.
Frozen Fruit Pops
When it's hot outside and you're looking to quench your
thirst, water is the best thing for you! However, we know
the heat can sometimes make you crave sweets and in the
heat, a refreshing sugary fruit juice is hard to resist,
so why not try our Frozen Fruit Pop recipe instead?
They are much healthier than many concentrated fruit
juices you find in the grocery store and, because it's
frozen, it'll cool you down and take longer to finish
which means you are less likely to overindulge. Try our
recipe, or use your favourite fruits.
Click here for the full recipe!
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