Canada is one of the most conscientious nations when taking care of their oral health, with a reported 74 percent of Canadians visiting their dentist in 2019. But despite this, dental decay is still an extremely common issue amongst the population. Much of the time, tooth decay is caused by poor oral hygiene and infection, not because
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How is your dental health? Are your dental hygiene habits as good as they should be, or are you lacking in some areas? It’s normal to have imperfect oral hygiene habits. That doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t aspire to fix them. What better time is there to make a change than the new year? We
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There’s some good news surrounding the dental industry in Canada. From 2015 to 2020, the market has grown by 1.3%, and household spending on dentistry has risen by 7.1%. The average Canadian household spends a minimum of $430.00 on services, which is up from $350.00 in 2017. Why the recent development? Perhaps it’s because more people are seeing the
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We use our mouths to talk and eat every day. Most people can tell when something is wrong with their oral health due to pain and discomfort. Other times, it can be hard to know a problem exists because self-examination is difficult for many. About 50% of people in America visit their dentists on a regular basis. What about the
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In an age where many people are getting seriously ill, it’s important to take good care of yourself. Not only does this mean washing your hands and keeping your mouth and nose covered in public, but it also means keeping tabs on your dental hygiene. Ignoring your teeth could lead you down a path of
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Do you have missing teeth? Are any of your chompers cracked or chipped? You may be wondering if you’re a good candidate for teeth implants. Many patients find these are a comfortable, effective alternative to other options like dentures or bridges. What are the advantages of dental implants, and would they be a good fit
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The coronavirus crisis may have put a damper on your dental checkup schedule. With the situation still ongoing, you may wonder if walking into a COVID dental practice for routine care is possible? An extensive self-isolation, working from home during the pandemic, and extra snacking all day may have negatively impacted your oral health. Now
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In Canada, at least 75% of the population now visit the dentist at least once a year. That’s a massive increase of 25% from back in 2010. This is excellent news, considering the speed at how plaque develops on the teeth. It’s the sticky, clear film that forms on tooth surfaces, and it’s one of the primary
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In late December 2019, the world recorded the first case of what would rise to be a global pandemic, in Wuhan China. The significant impact the Coronavirus (COVID-19) has on the world as a whole is common knowledge. According to WHO, at least a case has been recorded in over 213 countries. And as of
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You’ve often heard that to maintain good dental health, you have to observe good and proper oral hygiene practices, such as daily brushing and flossing. However, how can you expect your toothbrush to polish your teeth effectively if it is worn out or isn’t clean? You can easily know when your shoes or clothes are
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The field of dentistry is broad and as technologies evolve, new trends pop up every year, and 2023 is already experiencing these trends. It’s been predicted that this year will be filled with easy-to-implement digital dental trends, which will cut across improved business practices, Robo-dentists, new technologies, as well as new ways to deliver better
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You’ve heard that smiling has lots of social benefits and that smiling can make you appear more attractive, likable, trustworthy, and even intelligent. But are these enough reasons to undergo cosmetic dentistry procedures to improve the appearance of your smile? Oh No! Smiling does much more than that. Most people are not aware of the
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