The dentists from North Burnaby Dental Group provide information about oral care, dental procedures while pregnant. A common question that many people ask is whether it is okay to undergo dental procedures or do dental check-ups while pregnant. The answer is yes, it is important to take care of your dental health and especially during…
Our Burnaby Dentists from North Burnaby Dental Group provide information about toothpastes on the market, their uses and what to consider when making your selection. Choosing the right toothpaste can be confusing; with so many forms and flavours on the market, how does one know which one they should choose? Whether you are deciding on…
Burnaby Dentists explain the link between your health and gum disease. The health of our mouth can be a window to our overall health. Many symptoms that surface in our mouth can be an indication of more serious diseases or health issues occurring in our body. In particular, recent research has identified a link between gum…
North Burnaby Dental Group provides information about “dental implants in Burnaby”. Losing a tooth can be a traumatic experience and leave you feeling self conscious and embarrassed about your appearance. Normal routine actions such as smiling, laughing, speaking, eating and talking are affected and you will most likely make a conscious effort to hide your teeth.…
Oral piercings or tongue, cheek and lip piercings have become common in recent years, especially with the younger generation. Like tattoos, decorating ones’ face with these piercings is considered an art and a kind of self-expression. While an oral piercing might give a unique and cool look, there are however, potential risks to them. Before…
While a good oral hygiene routine can really promote strong teeth and healthy gums, it’s not always possible to keep tartar at bay. Keeping up with exemplary oral hygiene through consistent and regular brushing and flossing can thwart the formation of tartar but may not entirely prevent it. This is why it is important to…
Cavities take time to form and start as tiny holes on the enamel of a tooth which compromises the hard surface. When left untreated, cavities will work through tooth enamel and into the structure of the tooth. This process doesn’t occur overnight, and is something that can be prevented or lessened by adopting a good…
As we age, changes occur in our body. There are many physical signs of aging that are easy to spot; our skin loses elasticity, wrinkles form, our hair thins out and loses colour. There are however, certain signs of aging that aren’t very obvious and one of them is changes with our teeth and the…
If your fear of going to the dentist is crippling, even paralyzing, and the thought of a dental visit terrifies and stresses you, you could be suffering from dental anxiety or dental phobia. Anxiety is serious condition and more than just feeling a tad nervous about a dental appointment. For most people, the anxiety around…
We use our toothbrush several times a day to clean our teeth and mouth. When we reach for it, we assume that it is clean and safe to use. You may have heard that germs live on toothbrushes, but have you wondered if you should be concerned about health issues and if there any precautions…