Root canals can be scary, but they’re a vital procedure that you need to get to keep your mouth healthy. It’s best to have it treated the moment that you start to notice the signs. Many root canal symptoms are hard to miss, as they show themselves through pain or discomfort. A root canal is
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Do you wonder if you’re doing enough to maintain your oral health? If you’re not following a good oral hygiene routine, you may start to notice symptoms of gum disease like redness and swollen gums. Gum disease is an infection of the gums that damages the tissue and can eventually weaken the bone that supports
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Would it surprise you to learn that almost half (47.2%) of adults have some form of gum disease? That number rises to 70% in those lucky enough to reach 65. Without treatment, gum disease will cause tooth loss. It can also destroy the bone that supports your teeth. Treatment is available, but preventative care proves to be
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When you consider that 40% of Canadians are afraid of going to the dentist, it’s no wonder tooth pain is a common occurrence. From slight pain to severe throbbing, toothaches are certainly a nuisance. Suffering from ongoing tooth pain can be concerning, especially when you’re unsure of the reason for it. What causes a toothache? How do you
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Mini dental implants are small titanium posts that are implanted in the jaw bone. They are a quick, affordable, and temporary solution for patients seeking to replace lost teeth. There is no undergoing the complicated surgery required for regular implants. The titanium posts go all the way down to the jaw bone. It provides the
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A toothache results when an irritated nerve causes a throbbing or aching feeling in your tooth. At Howe Dental Confidential Group in Vancouver, we offer emergency dental care and general dentistry services to get to the root of your tooth pain and fix the problem. We recommend a dental checkup to find and resolve any other oral health
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When you’ve lost a tooth or several teeth, one of the best remedies is to replace them with dental implants. This procedure involves replacing the tooth and its roots to restore aesthetics and function. What are Dental Implants? A dental implant is a metallic foundation fixed into the jawbone to act as the attachment point for artificial
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Are your gums red and swollen? Does it hurt when something touches them? These are both early signs of gingivitis.Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease. If it’s left unchecked it can quickly develop into periodontitis. If you feel like this is starting to happen to you, you’re not alone. One out of every
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No matter how great your brushing technique is, there’s always going to be some tartar and plaque buildup in those hard-to-reach areas. Flossing is also crucial but it only helps so much. This is why a deep teeth cleaning at least twice a year is important for maintaining perfect oral health. Are you wondering what to expect at a professional
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Did you know that it used to be fashionable to blacken your teeth in England? This trend was popular because the rich suffered tooth decay from ingesting sugar. The lower class wanted to replicate the look to appear as if they could afford sugary snacks. In 2020, sugar has proliferated the globe. Now, tooth decay isn’t a
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