Dental Health Tips

Practical advice from Dr. Kaur to help you and your family keep your smiles healthy.

Do Thumb Guards and Bitter Polish Actually Work?

Do Thumb Guards and Bitter Polish Actually Work?

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 24/09/2026

A Toronto dentist on what the trials show: a reward plan matched a fitted appliance, bitter polish was only tested with rewards, and guards were never tested.

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Thumb Sucking: What's the Big Deal?

Thumb Sucking: What's the Big Deal?

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 15/09/2024

Is thumb sucking harming your child's teeth? A Bloor West Village dentist explains when the habit matters, bite effects, and gentle ways to help kids stop.

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