1. 5 Steps to Choosing the Right Dentist

    Choosing the right dentist for you and your family doesn’t have to be such a difficult challenge. A lot of people have a tendency to avoid going to the dentist because they have an inherent fear of pain and discomfort. They may have had a bad experience at the dentist previously and haven’t been to see one in many years. When it’s time for you to get back to the dentist, follow these five st…Read More

  2. 4 Reasons Once-a-Year Dental Visits Aren’t Enough

    It’s probably easy to assume that just getting to the dentist once a year is enough to take care of your teeth. It’s not. There are plenty of reasons why dentists recommend getting a regular cleaning every six months, and here are four of those reasons to make it more often than just once a year. Reason #1: It helps to keep your teeth white. When you have white teeth, you usually have a much m…Read More

  3. What does it mean to be proactive with regard to oral health care?

    When you are proactive about your oral health, you will be brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash at least twice every day. It’s best to brush after every meal, but that’s not always practical, especially for people when they’re out at work. Being proactive about your oral care also includes visiting the dentist every six months for regular cleaning and checkup. During those regular …Read More

  4. 4 Reasons Dental Insurance Coverage Can Help Protect Your Teeth

    In Canada, we enjoy universal health coverage, but it is a basic kind. Many people are encouraged to consider supplemental health insurance, including dental insurance coverage. When you’re talking about protecting your teeth and improving your oral care, there are plenty of reasons why dental insurance would be a great option to choose. 1. It encourages people to visit the dentist more frequent…Read More

  5. Choosing the Right Dentist in 3 Easy Steps

    Taking care of your teeth requires regular care. Not only do you need to brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash twice a day, but you also need to visit the dentist at least every six months for regular cleaning and checkup. The right dentist can go a long way toward improving your overall oral health and care. Here are three easy steps that can help you choose the right dentist for you and your fa…Read More

  6. 3 Tips to Make Flossing a Bit Easier, and Less Painful

    There are several things you should be doing for proper oral care. The most common things people think about is brushing at least twice a day, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash. One of the major drawbacks for people when it comes to flossing, though, is that it can be painful. Here are three tips that can help make flossing a bit more comfortable and less painful. Tip #1: Use the right type of …Read More

  7. Knocked Out! Get Proper Dental Care as Soon after an Emergency as Possible!

    You’re out playing football, soccer, or even baseball with friends. You’re having a great time, you’re laughing, and are getting a lot of exercise. However, during the heat of ‘battle,’ you get hit in the face. Maybe it was the baseball or somebody’s elbow. Maybe it was something else. In the end, after you’ve overcome the immediate pain, you realize a tooth has been knocked out or k…Read More

  8. Dental Care on a Budget: 4 Tips to Help Save Money without Sacrificing Oral Health

    Being on a budget can be difficult, especially if you have a lot of things that need to be done. Living in Canada, we enjoy free basic healthcare, but that doesn’t include dental coverage. That means, unless you have some type of dental insurance, you will need to pay for dental care out of your own pocket. This is one reason why so many people avoid going to the dentist; they simply don’t bel…Read More

  9. The Top 5 Reasons People Tend to Avoid the Dentist

    If you were to ask 100 people why they don’t visit the dentist, you’ll probably get an incredible number of different answers. Out of all of those potential answers, below are the top five excuses people make to avoid a trip to the dentist. Reason #1: I don’t have time. Reason #2: I don’t have the money right now. Reason #3: I’m worried about problems. Reason #4: I don’t like pain. Rea…Read More

  10. 4 Ways to Cope with Braces for Teens

    For a young teenager, the first day, week, and month with braces can be extremely difficult to handle. They may feel extremely self-conscious, avoid smiling, and even cover their mouth when they’re talking. Coping with braces becomes an important part of dealing with them on an emotional level. Here are four ways that can help teenagers, and even adults, cope with their braces. 1. Focus on the e…Read More