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Are you considering replacing missing teeth with a dental implant? You may be concerned about whether your implant will look natural. Today, our West Kelowna dentists address this question.
Preventive oral hygiene is the best defence against tooth decay. Here, our West Kelowna dentists explain why establishing good dental health care routines early is important for your child.
If your dentist has recommended you get a dental implant, you're likely wondering what it will be like living with one. Our West Kelowna dentists explain some of what you can expect day-to-day.
Fluoride is a naturally-occurring mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities. Here, our West Kelowna dentists explain how topical fluoride treatments work to protect your teeth.
Are you wondering why your dentist has recommended a dental implant? In this post, our West Kelowna dentists list some reasons they may suggest this tooth replacement option.
Many children find visiting the dentist to be a bit scary or intimidating at first. Here, our West Kelowna dentists explain how you can talk to your kids about these initial dental appointments, to set them at ease.
There are a great many benefits to dental implant surgery, restoring function and appearance to your smile following the loss of a tooth or teeth. Today, our West Kelowna dentists answer common questions about any pain that may be associated with dental implant surgery.
If your kids find everything to do with dental health and teeth boring, try some of the fun dental facts listed below to pique their interest!
if your dentist recommends a dental implant in order to replace your missing teeth, you may require a bone graft before your procedure to strengthen your jawbone. Here, our West Kelowna dentists explain bone grafting for dental implants.
Puberty gingivitis is a preventable form of gingivitis that can develop in children during their puberty. Here, our West Kelowna dental team explains what causes this condition and how to prevent it.
Dental implants are a permanent way to replace missing teeth. In this blog, our West Kelowna dentists talk about the main components of a dental implant to help you better understand this procedure and tooth replacement option.
Baby teeth are critical to a child's oral development and overall health. Today, our West Kelowna dentists share the reasons why it's important to care for your child's baby teeth and when you should start brushing them.
The surgery for placing dental implants is similar to every other form of surgery, so there will be a recovery period. Once your dental implants have been applied, your recovery time will be fairly short. Our West Kelowna dentists explain more here.
Pediatric dentists specialize in caring for children's (infants to teens) oral health. In this blog, our West Kelowna dentists explain to you the differences between pediatric dentists and general dentists.
The primary goal of dental implants is to permanently replace missing teeth. Today, our West Kelowna dentists explain how long dental implants actually last and the factors that affect their longevity.
for kids begin when they are still babies. Here, our West Kelowna dentists share the reasons why it's important to teach children these habits early and to always reinforce them.
Dental implants have a natural-looking appearance and feel very similar to natural teeth. In this blog, our West Kelowna dentists share the differences and similarities between dental implants and natural teeth.
It can be just as hard to get your kids to brush their teeth as it is for them to eat their vegetables. It's critical to establish great oral hygiene habits when your child is still young. Here, our West Kelowna dentists share tips that can help you achieve this.
Because of the deterioration of the jawbone caused by tooth loss some people with missing teeth can look older than they actually are. In this blog, our dentists in West Kelowna share why this happens and how dental implants could help.
Over the years there have been many advances in dentistry have helped to the lower the amount of radiation that is emitted by today's X-rays.
Enamel is the hard calcified tissue that covers and protects the outside of the tooth.
Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is the single most important thing you can do.
The best way to diagnose a crack in the tooth is to bite on a Q-tip on different areas of your tooth
Gum diseases are infections caused by bacteria, along with mucus and other particles that form a sticky plaque on your teeth.
Three out of every ten children grind and clench their teeth. Most children experience this while under the age of 5 and the condition generally goes away by adolescence.
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