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What Can I Expect During a Dental Checkup in St. Catharines?

You may think that going to the dentist regularly can help protect your oral health – which is 100% true. But did you know that regular dental exams can help protect your overall health, too? Your mouth is the first place to show signs and symptoms of certain systemic diseases including ...

Oral Cancer Screening: A Dental Exam Can Save Your Life

Since you were young, you have been educated on the benefits of going to the dentist regularly. You’ve been told that it will help prevent cavities and assist with keeping your teeth in excellent condition for years to come. But did you know that a dental exam can save your life? Here’s ...

4 Ways to Avoid a Dreaded Root Canal Treatment

A routine appointment at the dentist can be nerve-wracking enough for many dental patients. So when a more intensive procedure is required, such as a root canal , some people really start to worry. The common procedure, performed when infected or injured tissue (pulp) is removed from a tooth’s ...

The 4 Most Popular Ways to Whiten Your Teeth

With many options available when it comes to obtaining whiter teeth, how do you choose the best treatment for you? In most cases, it comes down to your budget and your desired results. With four of the most common teeth whitening methods outlined below, you will soon be on your way to a brighter ...

Five Things That Are Damaging Your Enamel

Nobody likes going to the dentist to repair broken teeth, cavities or gum disease. However, what about the damage that occurs to your enamel over time? The surface of your teeth is called enamel. It helps to protect your teeth from decay. All people experience some wear and tear, which ...

The 5 Best Foods for Strong Teeth

Taking care of your oral health is so much more than just regularly brushing and flossing your teeth. In fact, it begins with what you eat. Choosing simple, every day, healthy foods can have a positive impact on not only your overall health, but it can prevent tooth decay, too. Here are five ...

Why Do I Need a Dental Filling?

Going to the dentist is probably one of the least favourite pastimes for most people. However, when a tooth is painful, going to the dentist can be a lifesaver to alleviate the pain and prevent more significant dental problems down the road. At some point in our life, most of us will ...

5 Easy Tips for Healthy Teeth and Gums

The majority of us do not enjoy going to the dentist. (We try not to take this personally!) So, what is the best way to avoid seeing a dentist more often than your regular check-up? Keep your teeth and gums healthy at home. Although taking care of your oral health may seem like a lot of ...

3 Tips to Follow When Choosing a Toothpaste

When shopping at your local pharmacy or grocery store, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when you approach the toothpaste aisle. Each type of toothpaste addresses a different concern: Do you want whiter teeth? Cavity protection? Tartar removal? Sensitivity relief? Instead of merely choosing the ...

4 Ways to Know if Your Dentist is Up-to-Date

In order for a dentist to provide you with exemplary oral health care, he/she needs to stay current with the latest advancements in oral health. Wondering if your dentist is providing you with the best dental care possible? Here are four factors to consider when determining if your dentist is ...

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