Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is integral to keeping up with good overall oral health, especially for women. However, many people may not be aware of the differences between women and men. In fact, women and men deal with very different challenges in the field of dental hygiene and health. Women have some advantages over men while also being at … Read More
A History Of Dentures
When thinking about dentures, the first image that comes to mind might be George Washington’s famed wooden teeth. What you may not know is that he never had wooden dentures at all, they were carved ivory! Dentures date back further than you may think. It’s incredible to see how far dental care has come over the decades, especially the progression … Read More
Winnipeg Dental Office Announces New Referral Program For Patients To Sink Their Teeth Into
WINNIPEG, Canada – Fresh Dental, one of the fastest-growing dental practices in Winnipeg, Canada, is delighted to announce the launch of their latest initiative that’s designed to accelerate their growth even further. Their new referral program provides the referrer with a $20 Tim Hortons gift card which they can redeem for tasty treats. To ensure a referring patient receives their … Read More
How Long Do Fillings Last?
After you get a new filling, it takes a bit of getting used to. For the first few days, your tooth feels different, and maybe a little sore. But once a week goes by, you forget all about it. A filling stops a cavity in its tracks. But here’s the thing: they don’t last forever. Eventually, they get damaged or … Read More
Recovering From Oral Surgery
Having an oral surgery procedure can be necessary to ensure your oral health is at its maximum. The recovery, on the other hand, might be difficult. There are many things that you should be mindful of when it comes to the recovery period. Your dentist or oral surgeon might have given you some instructions after the procedure, which are essential … Read More
Everything You Need To Know About Root Canals
With root canal treatment (or endodontic treatment), you can preserve infected or badly decayed teeth. But what makes a root canal procedure different from a typical cavity filling? Here’s something you might not know: The word “endodontic” has its roots in the Greek language; “endo” is the Greek prefix for “within”, and “odont” means “tooth”. Now you know what endodontic … Read More
How Dental Health Impacts The Rest Of Your Body
Did you know that harmful bacteria in your mouth can affect other parts of your body? Dentists do more than give you a pearly white smile—they also help prevent health conditions that result from poor oral health. All of the systems, organs, and tissues in our body work together. They aren’t isolated from each other—they’re all interconnected. If you have … Read More
Coping With Dental Anxiety
If you feel a bit nervous at the dentist’s office, you’re not the only one; that’s how many patients feel before a dental procedure. But what if your anxiety interferes with your ability to take care of your teeth? Dental anxiety does more than cause mental distress—it also leads to poorer oral health. Many patients avoid dental treatment for fear … Read More
What Is Recommended Versus What Is Covered By Your Insurance
In Canada, all citizens have access to free healthcare; however, that coverage doesn’t apply to oral health services. To be reimbursed for dental treatments, you’ll need to seek out a dental insurance plan. You might receive insurance through your family, your school, or your place of employment. Dental coverage varies depending on your insurance provider. Some companies will cover a … Read More
How Often Should You Go To The Dentist?
There are some things we’ve heard so often that they’re ingrained in our minds. We know that we should brush our teeth twice a day, floss at least once, and visit the dental office every 6 months. But do you need to have your teeth cleaned as frequently as your dentist says? For some patients, your dentist may advise that … Read More