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Halloween Dental Tips | Ottawa Dentist

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As we swiftly approach the spookiest holiday of the year, we are reminded that there is about to be an onslaught of sugar about to hit your healthy smile. Yes, Halloween is one holiday that is not only about scary monsters, but lots and lots of sweets. In order to protect our smiles, it is important to maintain good oral hygiene while we celebrate with all of your little ghosts and goblins. Continue reading “Halloween Dental Tips | Ottawa Dentist”
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Tips and Tricks for Wearing Invisalign | Ottawa Dentist

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When you are set to receive Invisalign treatment to straighten your teeth, it is an exciting time. Not only will you end up with a gorgeously straight smile, but the aligners are clear so no one will even notice that you’re straightening your teeth. Your lifestyle is going to change while it’s happening – but it isn’t going to turn your world upside down. Here are some tips to keep in mind so the process goes as smooth as possible… Continue reading “Tips and Tricks for Wearing Invisalign | Ottawa Dentist”
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Should You Follow the Trends? | Ottawa Dentist

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Everyone does their best to try and stay healthy as much as we can. Our lives are busy, and it feels like the world never stops for a second. And when a new trend develops, especially when it comes to our health, we will contemplate giving it a go. One of the latest trends coming down the pipe is flavored water. You know the ones – it seems like everyone is on a water-drinking kick these days and brands like La Croix are heading the revolution. But are these drinks really better for us? Depends on how you look at it… Continue reading “Should You Follow the Trends? | Ottawa Dentist”
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The ABCs of Dental Fillings | Ottawa Dentist

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We all try to do our best to maintain a bright, healthy smile. But there are times when life steps in and accidents happen. Whether it be because of poor dental hygiene or one of life’s little tricks, dental issues should not be ignored. In fact, the sooner you get it taken care of, the better. Depending on the nature of your toothache, you may be presented with getting a filling as a treatment option. Continue reading “The ABCs of Dental Fillings | Ottawa Dentist”
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Getting Botox: At the Dentist? | Ottawa Dentist

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It seems everyone is trying to keep their youthful glow these days and will try almost anything to keep it. From fad diets to surgical procedures, everyone is looking for that quick path to the fountain of youth. Because let’s face it – time waits for no man. So, we go to the doctors to fill in our wrinkles with collagen and Botox in order to keep it moving.

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Can Your Dental Health Affect Your Height? | Ottawa Dentist

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When we become parents, we want what’s best for our children – namely, that they have healthy, happy lives. So, we do whatever we need to ensure that happens. However, dental health seems to miss most parent’s minds. After all, baby teeth fall out, right? Why do we need to worry about dental health until they have their permanent teeth? Believe it our not, but dental health needs to begin from day one because studies have shown that tooth decay can affect a child’s growth development. Continue reading “Can Your Dental Health Affect Your Height? | Ottawa Dentist”
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Brighten Your Smile in the Garden | Ottawa Dentist

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We are all on the search for the next great invention to improve ourselves. Sometimes it’s a fad diet, sometimes it’s a new fashion trend, but whatever it is, the goal is to become more attractive to the world around us. And because our smile is the first thing most people notice, finding ways to brighten that smile is definitely one of the main focuses. We visit the dentist for whitening treatments, we buy all of the latest over-the-counter products we can find, but still our smiles continue to stain. Continue reading “Brighten Your Smile in the Garden | Ottawa Dentist”

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Take Care of Those Baby Teeth | Ottawa Dentist

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February is known as National Children’s Dental Health Month and this year’s theme is “Brush and clean in between to build a healthy smile”. Now, when we think about our little human’s teeth, we hardly think there is any reason to fret about them. But taking care of them now will also ensure the next set will come in healthy. As we settle into the second month of 2019, let’s focus in on the tiny smiles in our family and make sure they have the best year as well… Continue reading “Take Care of Those Baby Teeth | Ottawa Dentist”

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Protect Your Teeth with Wine? | Ottawa Dentist

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Here we are – a brand-new year and a chance to start over. We have our resolutions in place and have begun this year healthier and stronger than previous years. If a diet is on your list of self-improvements for 2019, you are upset that drinking is no longer on the table for you. But what if we told you that red wine can help improve your smile? Would it make you reconsider? Well, good news – it’s true. A recent study conducted by the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry has proven that drinking red wine can protect your smile and here is why: Continue reading “Protect Your Teeth with Wine? | Ottawa Dentist”