Archive - 20 Teeth and Counting

Why is multi-drug pediatric oral conscious sedation prohibited in some parts of North America?

Children present the highest risk and lowest error tolerance in patient safety during sedation procedures.

Apr 23, 2022 •

Oral Conscious Sedation - the why, the what and the who.

One crucial aspect of a pediatric dental residency is learning behaviour guidance. Being able to treat a child with non-pharmacological means is very…

Apr 15, 2022 •

March 2022

Those permanent canines, cripes!

You got to palpate those canine bulges 💪🏼

Mar 28, 2022 •

Mind your language!

What not to say to an anxious child 🤐

Mar 12, 2022 •

Why having parents in the operatory is a great idea!

The times they are a-changin'

Mar 6, 2022 •

June 2021

Why do my teeth hurt after a professional cleaning?

No pain, no gain? :P

Jun 27, 2021 •

What is the difference between a cavity and a filling?

The former is the problem, latter the solution.

Jun 19, 2021 •

Why does the dentist need to know all about my child's medical history?

Dentists are doctors too :P

Jun 12, 2021 •

I hear my child grinding their teeth at night. Is that normal?

"Sounds as bad as nails on a chalkboard!"

Jun 5, 2021 •

May 2021

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