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Enamel Dental wants you to enjoy a healthy and fantastic smile! Our team is committed to educating our clients about the best ways they can prevent different types of cavities. Did you know there are different stages of tooth decay? Book your oral health checkup before the upcoming holidays to ensure…

While you may decide to put off your cavity until further notice…New Look Dental in West Kelowna assures you this is never a wise decision. With over 300 types of bacteria in our mouths every day, you can understand how drastically this situation can go from a simple fix to a…

If you’re wondering, “what is dental fluoride?”, you’re not the only one. This odourless and colourless salt has many uses in our society but is rarely discussed in-depth. Fluoride is a natural mineral found throughout the earth’s crust and is widely distributed in nature. It can be found in water,…

Did you know that cavities (dental caries) and tooth decay are considered to be one of the most preventable childhood diseases? Uncomfortable, avoidable and stinky…tooth decay is no joke. And, it won’t simply go away if you try to ignore it; it will only continue to spread and cause more health issues that…

Having braces automatically throws you into a culinary adventure! Enjoying our favourite foods and beverages is something many of us take for granted. Canyon Dental can help you avoid having food stuck in your braces. A little education goes a long way.Some of our favourite soft foods for braces include: Yogurt,…

Your favorite Richmond Dentist on the river knows that it can be tricky to encourage your youngest family members to brush and floss daily. These are important lifetime habits to instill and practice; however, getting started with a personal routine takes some time. Luckily, Kaizen Dental has some fun and practical teeth cleaning tips for…

Filling out a medical history form for a dental office is important for many reasons. A medical history form allows the dentist to be well-informed about any allergies or health conditions you may have. With this type of form, you can also list your medications and any previous surgeries you’ve…

Having a misaligned bite can be a real pain in the neck, literally. It can also cause a range of oral health issues including tension headaches, neck pain and even trouble speaking and eating. Here at New Look, we’ve helped diagnose and treat many misaligned bites to help patients relieve…

Getting wisdom teeth pulled is a part of life for most people sometime after they’re 16. You’ve probably heard your dentist mention it’s wise to have your wisdom teeth removed! While this may seem like a cause of anxiety for some, the good news is, the procedure is very common and…

Part of keeping your oral health on track involves scheduling regular dental cleanings! Professional dental cleanings are important for a number of reasons. In addition to keeping your pearly whites healthy and bright, professional dental cleanings provide a deeper cleaning than you’ll be able to achieve at home. Your Calgary Dentist will…

Last week I had the opportunity to visit Straumann’s Milling Centre in Arlington, TX and to listen to one of their top speakers, Alexander Wünsche, CDT and owner of Zahntechniques in Miami, FL. Check out Alexander’s Instagram! It all started on Thursday night where we had the chance to meet colleagues from all over North…

Erupting third molars or wisdom teeth can wreak havoc on your smile, even if they are coming in perfectly straight. Many people simply don’t have enough room in their jaw to accommodate four more giant molars in their early twenties. Dr. Sandy Crocker is one of the most experienced oral surgeons…

Have you used your dental benefits for the year 2018? It may be in your best interest to book an appointment with your West Kelowna dentist before the end of the year. At New Look Dental, Dr. Kevin Andersen and his team will take time to understand your dental needs and work with you to find the…

  It’s always important to be prepared for a dental emergency. A chipped dislodged or knocked out tooth can provide an opening for cavities since the open area is hard to keep clean. At Kaizen, we offer emergency dental care and our emergency dentist will be available as soon as possible to help…

Experience that dentist-clean feeling every day when you upgrade your manual toothbrush to an electric model. The rechargeable battery-operated spin brushes offer superior plaque removal and excellent gum stimulation. Manual toothbrushes rely on continuous wrist and hand movement to complete brushing properly. This is much more labour intensive than relying…

Even if your daily oral hygiene habits include brushing and flossing, you may notice your once perfectly bright, sparkling smile has begun to dull. While brushing and flossing every day can certainly help teeth whitening, certain habits such as drinking coffee, red wine and even eating blueberries can all contribute…

Learning about your oral health and how to proactively maintain a healthy, happy smile is vital to your entire well being. The caring and professional team at Burtch Dental enjoys educating our clients to help them understand which symptoms and warning signs need to be treated. Once you obtain optimum oral health,…