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    Dental Hygiene in 2026: What Fluoride, Brushing, Flossing, and Preventive Visits Really Matter Most for Hamilton Families

    Dr Susan Pan, DDSByDr Susan Pan, DDS Hours Reading Time: 7 minutes

    For most families, the biggest dental hygiene wins are still the simplest ones: brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, use the right amount for age, floss where teeth touch, and keep preventive visits focused on your own cavity risk. Here is what current Canadian guidance says matters most in 2026.

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    What Actually Prevents Cavities in Children in Ontario

    Dr Susan Pan, DDSByDr Susan Pan, DDS Hours Reading Time: 6 minutes

    For most Ontario children, cavity prevention works best in layers. The foundation is brushing twice a day with the right amount of fluoridated toothpaste for age. Community water fluoridation, an early first dental visit, risk-based fluoride varnish, and sealants for permanent molars can all add protection when used thoughtfully.

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