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Just like making their bed or taking a bath, getting your kids to brush their teeth can be challenging. Here are some ideas on how you can make it fun for them. Set a Good Example Brush your teeth while they’re nearby and appreciate how clean they feel when you’re done. If your children see…

Clenching or grinding your teeth at night is a condition called bruxism, and it usually requires nightly use of a protective mouthguard to preserve your teeth. But how do you know if you have bruxism? After all, it is a condition that occurs while you’re sleeping. Unless someone points out that you click and grind…

Looking for a dentist in Calgary can be overwhelming. There are literally hundreds of dental clinics and practitioners, all of them with strengths, merits, and professional expertise. Here are three big things look for when choosing your family dentist. 1. Do They Offer All the Services You Need? There is no real standard list of…

When it comes to medical care, it’s important to make sure the doctor you choose is suited to your unique requirements as a patient, the same is true when choosing a dentist. Your dentist should cater to your individual needs, not only in terms of dental care but personality and bedside manner as well. Here…

We recommend that children come in for their first visit by the age of three unless you have concerns before then. Here are a few more things you should know about your child’s dental development. 1. Tricks to Handle Teething All of your child’s primary teeth should have grown in by the time they turn…

Replacement teeth have come a long way in the past few decades. Your dentist may be able to fit you with artificial dental implants that look and feel very similar to natural teeth. What Is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is one part of an artificial tooth that replaces a damaged or missing natural…

When the time comes to have a tooth extracted, many people find they have lots of questions. Here are some of the things you may want to know before having a tooth extracted. Why Do Teeth Need to be Extracted? There are four main reasons that teeth need to be extracted. Overcrowding: This occurs when…

Gum disease is a serious issue. It affects 80% of people over the age of 35. But how do you know if it will affect you? Taking care of your gums is an integral part of your overall oral health routine. What’s Gum Disease & What’s Periodontitis? Periodontitis is the proper name for what most…

Taking care of your teeth is important. Even if you keep up with brushing and flossing every day, there’s no guarantee that they’ll stay healthy. One of the most common problems that can occur as you get older is increased sensitivity in your teeth. What Causes Tooth Sensitivity? Obviously, the best way to deal with…

Vacation season is upon us! With all the excitement of the open road, people tend to forget about their daily routines, especially their oral hygiene routine. Here are 7 tips for maintaining your dental health while travelling. 1. Get Your Check-Up Before You Check-In Avoid unpleasant vacation surprises by having a dental check-up before you…