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Missing teeth? What are the options?
Missing teeth have a substantial impact on dental health and appearance. When teeth are lost there can be a change in brushing, this places a direct impact on gum disease and creates movement of...
Wednesday, November 29th, 2017
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Why do I have black stains on my teeth?
Stain on the teeth can have a variety of causes; stains can be attributed to not only poor brushing habits or coloured food, but also by medications, supplements and bacteria! Foods and drinks such...
Tuesday, October 24th, 2017
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Do I need dental x-rays?
Why do we need x-rays? X-rays also known as radiographs are required in the dental setting as diagnostic tools. Viewing teeth in the mouth does NOT provide dental practitioners with the entire...
Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017
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Women & Oral Health
Puberty: Throughout puberty many changes are occurring in the body, including in the mouth! The body produces extra sex hormones such as estrogen and progesterone increasing the blood supply to the...
Thursday, July 27th, 2017
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How regular dental visits protect you from...
Studies suggest that regular dental visits protect against pneumonia by reducing the levels of harmful bacteria in the mouth. Based on health records of more than 26,000 people in America, suggest...
Tuesday, July 11th, 2017
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Flossing – Why it’s essential for your oral...
Brushing your teeth on a consistent twice daily basis is extremely important in providing much needed fluoride to the teeth and removing plaque bacteria sitting on the tooth surface. Each tooth has 5...
Monday, June 26th, 2017
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Dental Crown Info Blog
Why does my dentist recommend a dental crown for my tooth? Dental crowns are recommended as they are comprised of a stronger material in comparison to a white filling, providing additional protection...
Thursday, May 18th, 2017
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Life After Braces
When braces come off: Having your braces removed is a reason to smile! Immediately after braces, your teeth will feel ‘slimy’ while you adjust to not having any brackets stuck onto your teeth. Your...
Thursday, May 11th, 2017
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Tips after having a filling ...
Tips after having a filling... After fixing a tooth by placing a filling, soreness and sensitivity can occur, this may last for hours or even days after the placement of a filling. Easy tasks such as...
Thursday, May 11th, 2017
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Dental Acid Erosion
What is dental erosion? Dental erosion is the loss of the enamel and dentine layers of the teeth due to acids being consumed through food or drink or by acids coming up internally from your stomach....
Thursday, March 23rd, 2017