Dental fillings are an important part of overall oral health as they protect against decay and infection. When a tooth has a cavity, the bacteria in the mouth can enter through the opening and cause an infection or decay. The filling material will prevent any bacteria from entering and causing damage to your teeth. What […]
Summer, Swimming and Booking Your Child’s Dentist Visit Our schedules fill up fast in the summer. No school means kids can attend dental appointments without missing time at school. That’s a big deal for kids and parents! Book your appointments now to get ahead of the rush! In addition to the simple convenience of attending […]
Helmets, goggles, and knee pads are a no-brainer when it comes to kids’ sports. But when we talk to parents about mouthguards, they often ask, “Why do we have to do this? Is it really that important?” The simple answer is yes, it is that important. Here’s why. Mouthguards aren’t required for every sport, so […]
I scream, you scream, we all scream from ice cream! Those aren’t the correct words to the song, but if you are one of the over 3 million Canadians who suffer from tooth sensitivity to cold or tooth sensitivity to sweets, you may be cringing at the thought of the sugary, cold treat. Talking to […]
Sleep Apnea and Snoring Sleep apnea is a common and serious sleeping disorder that happens when your regular breathing is interrupted during sleep. Snoring is common among patients with sleep apnea but not all snorers have sleep apnea. There are two main types of sleep apnea: Obstructive sleep apnea. The more common form, it is the […]
What are the signs and symptoms of lip cancer and how SPF lip balm can lower your risk. Lip cancer is a type of mouth cancer, which sounds scary, but the good news is that if caught early, it can be treated successfully. Therefore, early diagnosis is essential. If you haven’t heard much about it, […]
I love bubbly water, but is it bad for my teeth? Is the satisfying fizz of your favourite sparkling water putting you at risk for tooth decay? Any drink with carbonation—including sparkling water—has a higher acid level, some reports have questioned whether sipping sparkling water will weaken your tooth enamel (the hard outer shell of […]
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When you meet people from other countries, you’ve likely been party to this conversation, “You’re from Canada; marijuana is legal there now, right. It’s long been known that smoking can lead to several oral health issues, not just bad breath and discolored teeth, but gum disease and oral cancer as well. As Canada legalized marijuana […]
April is oral health month and our big push this month is promoting the recommended daily four habits for good dental hygiene: Brush, Floss, Rinse and Chew. Of course, you know to brush twice a day, floss once a day, and use mouthwash daily, but you may not know that your dentist wants you to […]
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