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Due to the concerns regarding COVID-19 and recommendation from the College of Dental Surgeons of BC, Family Care Dental Clinic will only accept pati...
People normally sleep 6 to 8 hours a day. — Quite a long time considering it’s one third of a day! Here are 5 super-helpful nighttime tips to improv...
In today’s world, people are busier than ever. Working moms with kids are hard pressed for time, which means that they can neglect the basics, inclu...
Family Care Dental Clinic is proud member of Dental Network (ihaveaplan), the Student Dental Plan, and the Student Discount Dental Network (SDDN). Y...
Some people might have missed there is an almost-miraculous at-home remedy to banish morning breath: tongue scraping. We can assure you again that t...
Checking your oral health status might seem like an odd way to prepare for a vacation or business trip, but a professional evaluation could save tra...
A beautiful smile can brighten your day—mentally and physically. Mentally, smiling can change your mood and make your day better. Physically, it can...
Like it or not, we are right in the middle of peak flu season. While you are sick, it is very tempting to stay in bed and dismiss your regular oral ...
Did you know that women who have periodontal disease may be seven times more likely to have a baby who is premature or who is of low birthweight? Th...
A solid workout can do wonders for your health. From keeping you at a healthy weight to improving your mental health, physical activity is a key com...
Your child’s oral health is just as important as his or her physical health. But how soon do you take your child to the dentist and how can pa...
When it comes to healthy teeth, we’re all familiar with the basics: brush two times a day, try to floss at least once a day and visit your den...
The following tips are what you can easily practice at home to whiten your teeth on your own without leaving home. Fortunately, the procedures descr...
Braces aren’t just for kids anymore. Although there are many reasons for adults to consider braces, most people simply want to look and feel t...
Toothaches are awful, aren’t they? Simple fact: toothaches hurt. We do want to take this time to go over what generally causes a toothache, an...
As winter sets in, you may notice its impact on your oral health. We discussed “3 Oral Health Tips for Winter Season” here. And you may ...
The temperature is dropping slowly and in couple of weeks it is going to be fairly cold outside. This winter season can be annoying for those who ha...
Salient point: If you want to maintain strong teeth for your lifetime, you need to ensure you are eating enough whole grain breads and cereals, frui...
How do you choose your toothbrush? Perhaps you have a steady fave bought out of habit, or maybe you’re always on the lookout for a sale, jumping fro...
In this unfortunate flu season, there are some things we can do orally to reduce the impact on your health. Maintaining good oral health can free yo...
It’s that time of the year when it seems like everyone we know has had a cold, flu or some other nasty bug. After being sick, we’ll do a...
You probably know the basics: Brush at least twice a day, floss, avoid sugary snacks, and so on. But did you know the following that can improve you...
It is important to take care of your oral health, which plays a vital role in overall health. Poor oral health can cause more than just bad breath a...
Here’s something to chew on: The health of your mouth, teeth, and gums can tell a story about your overall health. In fact, gum disease is ass...
Everyone has their own personal regimen when it comes to avoiding the cold and flu bugs common to the winter season. Maybe you even wear a face mask...
Having white, shiny teeth has become as important as wearing trendy clothes. On social media like Instagram, the colour of teeth is not something th...
We’re seeking an enthusiastic Dental Assistant for a permanent part-time position. Less experienced are welcome as training will be provided. ...
We all know the importance of brushing and flossing for healthy teeth. But we don’t often think about the role that different foods play in this are...
This time of year is easily one of the busiest few months of the year: We’ve resumed working, studying, taking care of our families, and for some, e...
Fall has arrived and it’s a good time to freshen up our oral health routines. — Here’s the 5 good oral health habits we all know we shou...
When it comes to the health of your teeth, you really are what you eat. Sugary foods, such as candy and soda, contribute to tooth decay. One of the ...
Brushing regularly is considered vital for healthy teeth and gums, but dental experts warn that you can overdo a good thing. Known as “toothbrush ab...
Regular dental visits are important year-round, but a back-to-school checkup is key in fighting the most common chronic disease found in school-age ...
You might be under the impression that brushing your teeth and flossing them daily are the two most important things to achieve good oral hygiene. A...
Summer is in full swing, and your family’s schedule is topsy-turvy. That means getting your kids to eat right and maintain good oral hygiene can be ...
From over-the-counter strips to professional treatments at a dentist’s office, the options for achieving bright pearly whites are endless. Unfortuna...
It’s been ingrained in our mind since we’re old enough to wield a toothbrush: spend two minutes brushing your teeth three times a day. We stil...
Your toothbrush is your primary tool to defend against a myriad of dental problems, including unsightly plaque, discolouration and gum disease. Brus...
Certain dietary and lifestyle tips can ensure a long and healthy life, with many studies linking oral hygiene to life expectancy. For example, a stu...
29.1 million people living in the United States are reported to have diabetes. Approximately 1.7 million new cases are diagnosed each year—and 8.1 m...
Summer is here! It’s a perfect time to enjoy fantastic outdoor activities with your friends and family. Because one highlight of Summer gather...
Summer has started! Our diet makes a big difference on our general health as well as on teeth. Maintaining healthy teeth is a matter of daily dental...
For most children and teenagers, the start of summer break means three months of sleeping in late, trips to the beach, summer vacations, camps and o...
If you pass on hot or cold drinks because you know they’ll make your teeth hurt, it may be time to talk to your dentist about the possibility that y...
Do you feel like you are always saying “no” to your child’s request for sweets? Well, you’re not alone. Children are genetically programmed to prefe...
According to the Canadian Dental Association, you miss cleaning more than one-third of your tooth surface by not flossing. — Flossing helps prevent ...
By now, we all know the basic recipe for healthy pearly whites, including regular brushing and flossing, and a diet rich in teeth-healthy foods. Wha...
Healthy teeth help children eat and speak clearly. Naturally, many parents would like to know how much dental care their children need. Here, we are...
Halitosis – or chronic bad breath – is something that mints, mouthwash or a good brushing can’t solve. Unlike “morning breath” or a strong smell tha...
We certainly hope that you — presumably an adult — have mastered the art of brushing your teeth. But there are plenty of other less-obvious things y...
When allergy season is in full swing, your dental health may not be on the top of your mind. But a case of hay fever can make an impact on your teet...
A new report from the Nova Scotia Dental Association is connecting the dots between stress and oral health — laying out an argument that managing st...
Nowadays, more and more of us carry on with busy lifestyles, where time to spend caring for our health and wellbeing could be hard to find. While to...
If there’s drool constantly hanging from your baby’s chin and she is suddenly wanting to put everything in her mouth, her first tooth is probably on...
Dentistry and dental hygiene students are taught nutrition according to the guidelines found in Canada’s Food Guide. That means the launch of the la...
Good oral health always begins at home. While it is essential to supplement your at-home care regime with regular dental check-ups and professional ...
It starts with a tickle in your throat. By the next day, you’ve got a stuffy nose, body aches and it feels like you’ve swallowed sandpap...
During pregnancy regular dental check ups and dental cleanings are very important for a woman’s oral health. — But, X-rays should not be taken befor...
While we’re well into 2019, many people might still be settling into their healthy eating resolutions and new health trends. Whether this is your si...
We all know that too-often midnight snacks don’t do our teeth any favours. But now dentists are warning of another hidden source of damage to our mo...
For most people, teeth cleaning may just be a normal part of your daily routine. But what if the way you clean your teeth today, might affect your c...
Your mouth is important. We use our mouths to do the talking (a lot of talking) and often than not, a smile is what makes us appear approachable. Ho...
We all know the advice for healthy teeth – brush twice daily and don’t eat too much sweets. So why do those of us following these instructions find ...
In a fast-paced business world, people often don’t have time to stop for lunch, let alone take care of their teeth. But it’d be well worth carving o...
Over half of people in Canada and U.S. have some form of gum disease. Fortunately, if you catch your gum disease early enough you can stop the progr...
Teeth cleanings are essential not just for clean teeth, but a healthy mind and body as well. But for such a routine visit, there’s lots that people ...
If you can’t stand having your teeth cleaned, you’re not alone. But we realize that the best way we could have avoided the pain was to have more fre...
Because even the most thorough professional cleaning every six months (or so) can’t replace the need for good oral self-care the other 363 day...
Brush your teeth twice daily, floss daily, regularly visit your dentist and have a good, balanced diet. All of those things are going to protect you...
When dentists and doctors go about diagnosing the source of pain, they use a method referred to as differential diagnosis, which is a systematic met...
Of course, the answer to a toothache is always “see your dentist.” But that advice isn’t all that helpful when you can’t see your dentist right away...
We all want our kids to have movie-star smiles as adults. As parents, this means knowing how to protect their teeth when they’re young, while ...
When your baby is cranky, refusing to feed, and keeping you up all night because of teething discomfort, you may be tempted to reach for the first n...
The saying ‘you are what you eat’ rings true for the health of your whole digestive system, from your teeth and gums, straight to your gut. It has b...
Oral cancer is divided into two categories: those occurring in the oral cavity (your lips, the inside of your lips and cheeks, teeth, gums, the fron...
Tooth decay damages your teeth and leads to fillings or even extractions. Decay happens when sugar reacts with the bacteria in plaque. This forms th...
While one likely knows how important it is to regularly visit the dentist for your oral health, he/she may not realize how poor oral care can lead t...
Thanks to advances in modern dentistry, more widespread oral care education, and the availability of better oral care tools, such as toothbrushes, t...
Beginning with Trick Or Treat, Halloween parties, and never really ending, Autumn is a season where sweet treats seem to be ever-present. Hopefully ...
Just a quick reminder that Family Care Dental Clinic is closed from Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018 to the next Monday, Sept. 10, 2018. If you would like to ...
We all know that our gums surround our teeth and part of our jaw bones. What do gums do actually? Basically, our gums form a tight seal around the c...
There are some myths about dental health and mouth, but as it turned out, according to the results of medical research, they do not correspond to re...
Regular dental visits are important year-round, but a back-to-school checkup is key in fighting the most common chronic disease found in school-age ...
Diabetes is a metabolic disease leading to high levels of sugar in the body. It is one of the most commonly encountered chronic diseases identified ...
Good oral health is essential to total health and well-being at any age. Parents and guardians can reduce the risks of dental decay by helping child...
Foods can impact the overall oral health. As such, it is essential to take few moments to consider how what we eat and drink affects our dental heal...
You can’t take a vacation from oral hygiene: It can be hard to give your oral care the attention it deserves when you’re travelling especially in th...
The first thing someone notices about you, are your eyes and smile. Imagine a girl falling for you, but the moment she sees you open your mouth, bam...
Do you know the reason why we were taught to brush our teeth every morning, every night? Well, because good oral hygiene is the key to overall healt...
Just a quick reminder that Family Care Dental Clinic is closed from Thursday, July 5, 2018 to the next Monday, July 9, 2018. If you would like to le...
Summer is here, and many fun outdoor activities or epic outdoor parties are being rightfully planned. Hoping you’d spend quality time together with ...
Summer can be a time for indulgences which unfortunately is not the best time for your oral hygiene. With the heat of summer, it’s common for many p...
Brushing and flossing are important parts of your daily routine. But to get the most benefit, you obviously have to do it correctly. Assembling your...
Soon, school’s out for summer and children will enjoy summer vacations. Funny thing is summer vacations tend to throw everyone’s schedule for ...
The bottom line in treating and preventing gingivitis is that you have to eliminate as much plaque as you possibly can. Plaque, the sticky film cont...
Proper oral health addresses a child’s whole mouth and begins before he/she even has teeth. Oral Health Begins Early Parents are encouraged to start...
Just a quick reminder that Family Care Dental Clinic is closed from Tuesday, Apr. 3, 2018 to the next Monday, Apr. 9, 2018. If you would like to lea...
As we age, our bodies require more care to maintain than they did when we were younger. The same is also true for our oral cavity: this is because o...
Here is our clinic hours on this 2018 Easter Weekend March 30, Friday: Closed March 31, Saturday: Closed April 1, Sunday: Closed April 2, Monday: Cl...
The teenage years can be one of the hardest periods of one’s life. It can also be hard on parents as the onset of puberty can completely chang...
Written by Lindsey Lanquist I’d like to think I’m pretty on top of my oral hygiene. I brush my teeth twice a day every day. I also try to stick to e...
Having a dental exam to insure your gums and teeth are healthy before getting pregnant is an important first step to a healthy pregnancy and raising...
Some of us love to savour a glass of red wine — or two — with dinner every once in a while. The catch is that this velvety drink often leaves the te...
Going to the dentist is about as much fun as plucking out your eyelashes one by one. Still, if you want to have good oral health, it’s crucial that ...
As long as your smile is pearly white and your breath is kissable (go ahead and check ), you probably don’t give too much thought to your oral...
With life as busy as it is some days it’s not always easy to get the family together for quality time. Celebrating Family Day, let’s talk abou...
You might chomp down on a stick of gum after a meal as a force of habit, but do you know how beneficial this simple act can be? According to Wise Br...
It has never been easier to possess an attractive healthy smile. Always consult your dentist first when planning any type of cosmetic dental enhance...
We’re currently seeking a Dental Assistant for a part-time position and a Dental Receptionist for a part-time position. If interested, please ...
Family Care Dental Clinic will have new hours of operation as of January 1st, 2018. Tue. : 10 AM – 6 PM Wed. : 10 AM – 6 PM Thu. : 10 AM...
Dental care can be more challenging with age. A recent University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging found that 40 percent of people 50 to 6...
At this joyous time of year, we all reflect on the things we are grateful for. One of the things for which we are most thankful is our relationship ...
Dry mouth is one of the leading causes of bad breath. In Winter, experts warn that cases of dry mouth are likely to increase significantly. This may...
The holidays can be stressful for many reasons including family events, gift-shopping, parties, and planning vacations. Another form of stress can c...
Just a quick reminder that Family Care Dental Clinic is closed on tomorrow Remembrance Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. If you would like to leave a me...
Keeping on top of your oral hygiene should be at the top of your agenda. Here are 10 ways to make sure your mouth stays healthy. 1. Pro Brushing Bru...
Teaching a child proper oral care at a young age is an investment in his or her health that will pay lifelong dividends. To help the primary school ...
The holiday season is just around the corner, and the festive sweet treats of the season seems to be everywhere! It’s hard to resist all these...
Today, as your family celebrates Thanksgiving Day, it’s important to keep your oral health in mind. When preparing your holiday meal, include foods ...
Just a quick reminder that Family Care Dental Clinic is closed from today Monday, Oct. 2, 2017 to the next Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017. If you would like...
Sometimes, the human body shows a number of signs to show the development of a specific health risk. Doctors and physicians often check and ask for ...
Your smile is one of your best assets, so, of course, you want to keep it sparkling. But even if with brushing, using white strips, and visiting you...
Canker sores are frustrating and painful. If you find you’re getting canker sores often, the solution may be as simple as avoiding spicy foods...
When brushing twice a day and flossing doesn’t help improve your yellow teeth, it’s time to consider other options. Teeth become yellow ...
Brushing regularly is considered vital for healthy teeth and gums, but dental experts warn that you can overdo a good thing. Known as “toothbrush ab...
Regular dental visits are important year-round, but a back-to-school checkup is key in fighting the most common chronic disease found in school-age ...
The first step to a straighter happier smile is very exciting: whether braces or Invisalign®, you’re going to love your new smile at the end of trea...
Desserts and sugary drinks, like soda and juice, aren’t the only culprits wreaking havoc on oral health at backyard barbecues and family picnics. Co...
A child may only have a couple of teeth by their first birthday — or no teeth at all — but that doesn’t mean they don’t need to see a dentist. The A...
Summer is in full swing, and your family’s schedule is topsy-turvy. That means getting your kids to eat right and maintain good oral hygiene c...
On vacation or close to home, summer fun can lead to dental emergencies. Playing, exercising and even eating can create an emergency to spoil your f...
Everyone wants to enjoy the benefits of tip-top oral hygiene: a pearly white smile, fresh-smelling breath, and healthy pink gums. Making sure your m...
Q: Dad, who has had several small strokes, seems to need a lot of help with many things. I noticed he doesn’t brush his teeth much and they look neg...
Just a quick reminder that Family Care Dental Clinic is closed from this coming Monday, June 26 to Saturday, July 1, 2017. If you would like to leav...
For most children and teenagers, the start of summer break means three months of sleeping in late, trips to the beach, summer vacations, camps and o...
When people are expecting, we know that it means some pretty big changes to the expectant mother’s body for the next nine months at least. But...
Summer has started! This summer take some time to think on what to eat and what not to eat. Our diet makes a big difference on our general health as...
We’re currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Certified Dental Assistant for a part-time position. If interested, please email us yo...
“Show me your teeth, and I will tell you who you are,” declared preeminent 18th-century naturalist George Cuvier. The guy was onto somet...
If you take a look around the toothpaste aisle of any drugstore, it’s not hard to see that people have become obsessed with obtaining pearly w...
We certainly hope that you — presumably an adult — have mastered the art of brushing your teeth. But there are plenty of other less-obvious things y...
Making and keeping habits takes time, and that time can vary for each person. Parents are the first and primary example children have when it comes ...
You might be under the impression that brushing your teeth and flossing them daily are the two most important things to achieve good oral hygiene. A...
If you’ve ever grabbed a sugar-free drink for your kids instead of juice because you think it’s safe for those darling pearly whites, yo...
How did you brush your teeth this morning? Were you in a hurry before dashing off to work or school? Did you scrub extra hard so you could finish fa...
Why do you need two dental visits each year? You may not. That answer may surprise you, but like all dental and medical care, the number of times an...
While pregnancy is an exciting time, it can also be a time of information overload and confusion. There are so many do’s and don’ts that go along wi...
For decades, good oral health has focused on three primary activities. We brush to keep teeth white, floss to maintain healthy gums, and for some, r...
Spring is fun. We go outside to play, enjoy the sunshine, and forget the bitter winter. However, some of us suffer from allergens that come with pol...
It can be difficult to find the time for a dental care routine every day. If it hasn’t already, it will catch up to you—that’s why so many people ar...
Continuing with good oral hygiene routines and professional checkups continues to be a significant practice for maintaining good oral health, even a...
When dentists and doctors go about diagnosing the source of pain, they use a method referred to as differential diagnosis, which is a systematic met...
When you have spring allergies, your main concern is to feel better. This is especially important if you have responsibilities in your daily life th...
As a parent, you have a big role to play in keeping your child’s teeth healthy and clean. You can help prevent cavities, and prevention starts...
As a parent or guardian, you’ve got a lot of concerns with your kids. Are they getting the vitamins and nutrients they need to be healthy and strong...
In the past, losing teeth and getting dentures was considered an almost-inevitable part of aging. Those days are over. Intact teeth, healthy gums an...
The day starts getting longer but let’s not forget that winter isn’t ready to leave us just yet. And winter weather means being cooped up inside mos...
An editorial in the December issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) discusses the FDI Dental World Federation’s new definiti...
All of us at Family Care Dental Clinic hope that you had a season filled with laughter, joy and family. As always, in the year ahead, we will contin...
As we all know, regular check-ups, prevention and early detection are keys to help school-age children to develop good oral health. Here are great t...
It is always vital to take good care of your oral health, but it is particularly important during the winter months. There are steps you can take th...
At this joyous time of year, we all reflect on the things we are grateful for. One of the things for which we are most thankful is our relationship ...
The cold seasons can strain your oral health not just because of all the sweets and party drinks during the holiday season, but also because you eat...
So, your dentist says you need your wisdom teeth removed. Here’s everything you need to know before you go in for surgery. And how to ensure a speed...
A brilliant smile, fresh breath — and the ability to sip a frozen margarita or two without any unnecessary pain — are the best case scen...
Protecting your kids’ teeth and gums is a year-round job. But in the winter, oral health and safety for children means finding the right balan...
Regular dental checkups appear to cut the risk of bacterial pneumonia, a research said. Data from a national survey suggest that people who never ge...
The best whitening toothpaste is actually a toothbrush. Let us explain. You can’t whiten your teeth with a toothpaste. Toothpaste can’t penetrate th...
Plaque is a film of bacteria that coats your teeth if one doesn’t brush them properly. It contributes to gum disease and tooth decay, and tooth brus...
Even if you’re a die-hard daily flosser (which, let’s be honest, most of us aren’t even close to being), chances are, you see an occasional drop or ...
You’ve just noticed a crooked tooth. Was that there before? And come to think of it, your gums are feeling a bit sore. Oh well, it’s pro...
For years, we’ve been told to brush and floss. Why? To prevent a cavity of course! But cavities are actually a nutrition problem first and a hygiene...
Thanksgiving is a holiday infamous for rows of food choices, many of which are not especially healthy. Fortunately, you can have a delicious feast t...
We all know maintaining good oral hygiene is not only critical for your teeth and gums, but it impacts overall health too. Conversely, if you are no...
Let’s talk about electric toothbrushes: which one should we use? Unfortunately, even among dentists, there’s some confusion about which electric too...
Practising good dental health care can sometimes feel like a bit annoying chore. But aren’t they say “better safe than sorry”? So, let’s brush up on...
The topic of flossing has attracted extensive attention over the past few weeks, as multiple news sources have questioned whether the practice is es...
Teeth cleanings are essential not just for clean teeth, but a healthy mind and body as well. But for such a routine visit, there’s lots that people ...
Whitening is getting cheaper and more accessible, but the more popular it gets, the more money there is to be made resulting in lots of questionable...
Having a dental emergency? Don’t panic—most dental emergencies are nowhere near the severity of a medical emergency. In most cases, it’s the potenti...
We are pleased to have myofunctional therapist Sarah Hornsby on the blog today, discussing mouth breathing. Most people don’t know that mouth breath...
Researchers find that women who are taking estrogen-based birth control pills have higher quantities of circulating vitamin D; similarly, women who ...
A diet that consists mostly of bacon, cheese, steak, and avocados sounds like a dream. A big, greasy dream filled with all the cheddar omelette and ...
Your oral health can say a lot about you, including whether or not you might have diabetes. Your eyes might be the window to your soul, but it turns...
The long, sunny days of summer bring big fun, but some of the most popular seasonal activities can also damage your oral health. Here’s how to...
Preventive dentistry is the practice of caring for your teeth to keep them healthy. This helps to avoid cavities, gum disease, enamel wear, and more...
Good dental health is especially important during the summer, when kids tend to eat and drink a lot more sugar. Children are especially prone to cav...
Are you destroying your pearly whites without realizing it? You might be doing permanent damage if you’re a nail biter or using your teeth to rip of...
When you’re in the dental chair, what the dental hygienist is telling you may feel a lecture, but to them taking care of you, it’s essen...
It is one of the easiest, most reliable ways to improve the oral health of an entire community. Additionally, it has been named “one of the 10 great...
From over-the-counter strips to professional treatments at a dentist’s office, the options for achieving bright pearly whites are endless. Unf...
Whether you’re gearing up for your next routine cleaning, recovering from a recent dentist visit, or trying your best to keep teeth pristine i...
Every time we pass them along our teeth, we trust that our toothbrushes are handling business and getting rid of disease-causing plaque, which is fu...
It is believed that digestion starts from the mouth, so yes, oral health and general health does go hand-in-hand. If enough care is not taken to be ...
For many people, good oral health means having few to no cavities and going to the grave with their natural teeth intact. While strong teeth are an ...
You know you’re supposed to brush every day and visit your dentist at least once a year. We’re assuming. If not, now you do. Technically, you&...
People with uncontrolled diabetes have more sugar in their blood, and it takes much longer for wounds to heal. This means gum disease and sores in t...
Do you want to pin down your appearance? And while there are about a million different ways you could take your beauty look, we believe a bright smi...
Severe periodontal disease increases the risk of some systemic diseases. This article will outline chronic kidney disease, coronary artery disease, ...
Brushing your teeth may impact more than just your oral and heart health; it may have an influence over your brain and cognitive function, according...
Speaking during belated commemorations to mark World Oral Health Day, March 20 2016, in Harare, ZDA president Lovemore Mahachi said oral health was ...
Another new study shows that oral health or properly taking care of your teeth may significantly help reduce the risk of having stroke. Researchers ...
Needless to say the need for early childhood care and awareness is vital for long-term health. Because most of us are going to be parents of young c...
Here’s something interesting to consider. There seems to be a link between having gum disease and getting breast cancer. Gum disease, or periodontal...
Written by Vicki Gough, Chatham Daily News Results of a study comparing changes in children’s dental health where fluoride is no longer added ...
If you brush and floss regularly and steer clear of Laffy Taffy, you might think you’ve got great oral hygiene. Not so fast. Many seemingly innocent...
If your teeth could talk… You’ve just noticed a crooked tooth. Was that there before? And come to think of it, your gums are feeling a b...
2016 Chinese New Year falls on February 8. It is the Year of the Monkey according to Chinese zodiac. It will be a great chance to experience the tra...
Some people feel completely freaked out every time they need to visit the dentist. Recently scientists say they have a solution! Researchers from Ki...
Improving health and wellness tops most resolutions for a new year. While eating right, exercising and bettering our emotional and mental health are...
Oil pulling is everywhere! Even though it is a technique taken from the ancient tradition of Ayurvedic medicine from 3,000 years ago, it’s recently ...
Making good food choices can help with your kids dental health! Your child’s dental hygiene is important! The food and beverages that your children ...
Seniors’ dental health has its own special requirements for a very different phase of life, notes George Street Dental in Brockville, Ontario. What ...
From Family Care Dental Clinic, Best Wishes for Peace and Joy this Holiday Season and a New Year of Health, Happiness and Prosperity! During this Ho...
Brace yourself. According to statistics from the Delta Dental Oral Health and Well-being Survey found on the American Dental Association’s website, ...
Sporting a sugar-free label does not make a product tooth-friendly, warn oral health experts who urge consumers to be aware of the potential for sug...
Stress during pregnancy has been associated with a number of poor health implications for offspring, including low birthweight and increased risk of...
There is a high level of dental caries in deciduous (baby) teeth in developed countries, at a rate of 20.5% in children aged 2-5 in the US and 25% i...
Gum disease is a common condition among adults. This is when bacteria form biofilms or plaques on teeth, the gums become inflamed (gingivitis), they...
The eyes may be the window to the soul but the mouth reveals much about the rest of your body. Canker sores, dry mouth, swollen gums and sores that ...
Last week, we went over 10 bad habits for the dental health. If you haven’t read it, click here to check out the article. Now, we’ll discuss 6...
Taking care of your pearly whites isn’t rocket science, but it’s easy to slip into habits that could cause heartache—er, toothache—in th...
Does your dentist lecture you at every visit about flossing more? Your dentist is right — not flossing can be serious and can contribute to ba...
The more babies breast-feed, the less likely it is that they will develop any kind of misalignment in their teeth later on, a new study shows. But p...
As you reach for your toothbrush each morning, you may not realize what’s hanging out on its bristles. “Toothbrushes can become contaminated with or...
Braces are worn by more than 4 million people in the United States. They’re not comfortable, they don’t always look awesome, and they’re definitely ...
Matcha, a.k.a green tea (→ Wiki), is said to be good for your heart, your blood, your mood, your metabolism. And now, we hear, this antioxidant-rich...
Your toothbrush bristles may not be the only plastic you put in your mouth this morning — what you probably assume are flavor crystals in your tooth...
It is possible to kick the habit! On the surface, diet soda probably seems like a smart alternative to its regular sugary, bubbly counterpart. After...
Unfortunately it isn’t a positive change in your body at all. Wy you might want to skip your next juice cleanse: It turns out that all of the sugar ...
Sure, we know we’re SUPPOSED to brush twice a day. But are you? Now, a new survey shows that many of us are pretty lazy when it comes to our teeth-c...
The winner of our June-2015 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Stephanie Ju! Ms. Stephanie Ju, congratulations! Please visit our clinic between Ju...
Family Care Dental Clinic will be closed for annual vacation from June 30, 2015, to July 2, 2015. The clinic will be open normal hours on July 3, 20...
It’s #FathersDay weekend! This is the special day to show your dad your appreciation for what he is; the best dad in the world! They have prov...
We all know that candy and soda aren’t good for our teeth, but the sugars and acids lurking in other, seemingly innocuous (and even healthy) f...
“The ugly truth is that even if you brush vigorously and never neglect a nightly flossing session, you’re still not safe from an occasional ca...
The winner of our April-2015 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Mana Tsuda! Ms. Mana Tsuda, congratulations! Please visit our clinic between May 2...
Think just brushing twice each day is enough to keep your teeth healthy? Think again. Here’s why you should be paying closer attention to your denta...
It is said that a mother’s work is never done, and that once a person becomes a parent, it is a labour of love that lasts a lifetime. The same...
We only get one set of adult teeth, so putting in the time and effort to care for them is one of the most important parts of a healthy lifestyle. Bu...
The winner of our March-2015 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Joon Kim! Mr. Joon Kim, congratulations! Please visit our clinic between tomorrow ...
We’re currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Certified Dental Assistant for a part-time position. If interested, please email us yo...
The short answer: It depends! ^^’ A bit longer answer: We can say that the first-time teeth-scaling/root-planing (“cleaning”) for ...
Most people probably grind and clench their teeth from time to time. Occasional teeth grinding, medically called bruxism, does not usually cause har...
Your toothbrush looks innocent enough sitting on your bathroom sink. But before you put it in your mouth, consider this: the average toothbrush can ...
The winner of our February-2015 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Jack Son! Mr. Jack Sons, congratulations! In order to schedule your visit, plea...
Did you know Family Care Dental Clinic is on Twitter? Follow @nvfamilydental daily for so many goodies! We’re using it to keep good people on ...
Happy Chinese New Year! We here at Family Care Dental Clinic wish you all good health and lasting prosperity! 2015 is the Year of the Goat (or Sheep...
Today’s top fashion accessory is one you can take with you anytime and anywhere. No, it’s not the hottest new hemline off the runway or the season’s...
Keeping your teeth clean isn’t just about presenting the world with a beautiful smile. The health of your mouth is actually a gateway to the h...
Are you in the habit of brushing your teeth extra-hard or extra-often? Do you like to use bleaching products regularly? Do you find yourself clenchi...
Skip the extra brushing and flossing Do you ramp up your flossing, brushing and mouthwash routine before you visit the dentist? Well, you’d be...
The winner of our January-2015 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Anita Coueffin-Cairns! Ms. Anita Coueffin-Cairns, congratulations! In order to s...
It’s perfectly natural for children to be afraid of the dentist, but it doesn’t mean the parents can’t help them overcome this fear. In order to tak...
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Developing good oral health habits at an early age is essential for a lifetime of healthy...
The winner of our December-2014 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Tanner Hahn! Tanner Hahn, congratulations! In order to schedule your visit, ple...
We’re all aware that dentists are there for us when we need them to take care of a painful cavity, to whiten our teeth or to remind us to floss more...
According to Advertising Age, 30 percent of denture wearers work full-time. While you’re juggling meetings, reports, communications, and all t...
Oral health is essential to general health and well-being at every stage of life. Today let us introduce you 5 dental care “well-known but oft...
Happy Holidays! Each year, during the holiday season, we would like to take a moment to reflect. It gives us great pleasure to take some special tim...
It’s that time of year again, where holiday party season kicks into full swing! Because one highlight of holiday gatherings is the food and it...
The winner of our November-2014 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Satasha Mirzai! Ms. Satasha Mirzai, in order to schedule your visit, please cal...
The question: Just how gross is it really if I forget to brush my teeth before bed every once in a while? The answer: Bad news: It’s pretty gr...
Your dentist has recommended that you floss daily. Sounds simple enough, right? That is until you get to the store and find yourself staring at doze...
Thumb sucking may be adorable, but is it harmful to a child’s oral health? It’s safe—but only to a point. That point arises when permanent teeth beg...
Your toothbrush is your primary tool to defend against a myriad of dental problems, including unsightly plaque, discolouration and gum disease. Brus...
The winner of our October-2014 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Alejandro Villegas! Mr. Alejandro Villegas, in order to schedule your visit, ple...
It’s Halloween, and we all know that for children, Halloween means candy and lots of it! However, when your child consumes sugary food or drin...
At Family Care Dental Clinic, our doctors and their entire team are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you d...
When it comes to preventing tooth decay, how often you eat can be just as important as what you eat. Tooth decay has long been linked to eating suga...
The winner of our September-2014 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card is Anna Marie Kellner! Ms. Anna Marie Kellner, in order to schedule your visit, p...
Ladies, you know that hormones affect your mood, but did you know they can also impact your mouth? It’s true: Hormonal fluctuations associated...
Achieving healthy teeth is more important that you realize. Although you want your teeth to look good, it is more important for you to care overall ...
The winner of our August-2014 monthly draw for a $100 Gift Card has been announced: Christy Ji!! Ms. Christy Ji, in order to schedule your visit, pl...
When most people think of complications of diabetes, they think of an increased risk of blindness, limb amputation, heart disease, and neuropathy. H...
Many people rely on their dentist to take care of their teeth while neglecting to participate in proper oral hygiene throughout the year. Sure, they...
Little things you do every day can have a big impact on your teeth. Just ask Ms. Lisa, who always had excellent check-ups – until recently. Sh...
If you take any sort of medication—over-the-counter or prescribed—you’ve probably noticed those long lists of potential side effects listed on the l...
We got a new prize for a winner in our monthly draw: a $100 Gift Card! Starting next month, our monthly draw will take place on the third Friday of ...
The winners of our July-2014 monthly draw for a free whitening have been announced: Sherry Magdalene Bone Collins and Naoko Zotoff!! Ms. Sherry Magd...
Let’s Quit Smoking Already! Quitting smoking is the best thing you can do to improve your life and health. Any attempt to quit smoking will ma...
Modern dental hygiene goes beyond brushing twice a day Yep, we said it and we’ll say it again: Ditch your toothbrush! At least ditch it every ...
The winners of our June-2014 monthly draw for a free whitening have been announced: Patricia Radhika Narayan and @livingdisrobed!! Ms. Patricia Radh...
Take care of your teeth and gums! Here’s how to do it. By the numbers. A bright, clean smile doesn’t just make you totally smoochable. I...
There are the obvious smile saboteurs: soda, hard candy, energy drinks—all of which are high in sugar, one of the primary dietary contributors to ca...
If the thought of having a hot coffee or a cold Popsicle makes you cringe, you’re not alone. Chew on this: 1 in 8 adults may suffer from pain brough...
The winners of our May-2014 monthly draw for a free whitening have been announced: Bethany B. Bulandres and Zeena Alehebi!! Ms. Bethany B. Bulandres...
Good teeth can do more than keep your dental bills low—they can help protect you from a whole host of health problems Heart Disease and Stroke A var...
How Do You Maintain a Great Summertime Smile? When you think of summer, you probably think of swimming pools, cookouts, and sunshine — but do you al...
What are Invisalign® aligners made of, and what do they look like? The virtually invisible aligners, which are made of a thermoplastic material uniq...
Less than one per cent of healthy children receive dental care as recommended by 12 months of age. That can have painful, costly and preventable rep...
A painful measure of inequality exists among students in nearly half of this city’s elementary schools, new data obtained by the Toronto Star shows....
The winners of our April-2014 monthly draw for a free whitening have been announced: Bobby Batra and Bianca Cavasinni!! Mr. Bobby Batra and Ms. Bian...
Moderating Sweets Do you feel like you are always saying “no” to your child’s request for sweets? Well, you’re not alone. Children...
Some babies may be starting in a trail position with regards to their dental health. A Canadian study indicates that low levels of vitamin D in preg...
The winners of our March-2014 monthly draw for a free whitening have been announced: Dennis Chen and Ishraq Norman!! Mr. Dennis Chen and Mr. Ishraq ...
Start Healthy Habits Early Healthy habits lead to good dental health. Follow these tips to protect your child’s baby teeth: Brush your child’s...
Your smile is one of your best assets, so, of course, you want to keep it sparkling. But even if you brush, use white strips, and visit your dentist...
The winners of our February-2014 monthly draw for a free whitening have been announced: Robin Hay and Michael Edward Nardachioni!! Ms. Robin Hay and...
Want to stop your gums from bleeding? How about save money on your dental bills? Start flossing. Many people don’t floss their teeth because t...
Happy Valentine’s day! Love is in the air!! But sadly for millions of Canadians, so is embarrassing bad breath. Before smooching your valentine, fol...
Congratulations! The winners of our January-2014 monthly draw for a free whitening have been announced: Bobby Batra and Dennis Chen!! Mr. Bobby Batr...
As human beings, we’re always striving to be better. The most common self-improvement goals people set, particularly this time of year, are th...
Congratulations! The winners of our December-2013 monthly draw for a free whitening have been announced: Sarah Anne Fowler and Grace L!! Miss Sarah ...
Maintaining good oral health is a year round job, but because it’s still the season many beloved people suffer from cold and flu, we thought i...
We thank each and every one of you for being friends with Family Care Dental Clinic. We wish you a New Year filled with peace and prosperity! Like u...
By now, we all know the basic recipe for healthy pearly whites, including regular brushing and flossing, and a diet rich in teeth-healthy foods. Wha...
You may have noticed that you teeth as a child is whiter as compared to now. Maturing would lead into the discolouration of the teeth if you donR...
Starting today! Like us on Facebook to win a free whitening in our monthly draw! We will pick 2 winners every month and the lucky winners will be re...
As thousands of students settle into the world of university for the first time, there are so many things to remember – a kettle, toaster, pots and ...
Family Care Dental Clinic strictly follows the ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle, only prescribing dental X-rays when the benefits o...
People whose teeth and gums are in poor condition may be more susceptible to an oral virus that can cause certain mouth and throat cancers, a new st...
The Facts on Halitosis Halitosis is also referred to as oral malodor, but most of us know it quite simply as “bad breath.” Even though i...
People with poor oral hygiene or gum disease may be at a greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, a new study led by The University of Centra...
A long-held view in dentistry that breastfeeding, compared to other types of infant feeding, can contribute to early childhood caries (ECC) may have...
Teeth whitening In most cases, the natural colour of teeth is within a range of light greyish-yellow shades. Teeth naturally darken with age and the...
A report published as the lead article in the International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants shows that dental implants offer a cost-ef...
Some Calgary dentists say the decision two years ago to take fluoride out of the water supply is proving to be a big mistake.Dr. Sarah Hulland, the ...