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Wiggly Teeth

Wiggly Teeth: How to Get a Wiggly Tooth Out.

If your child has wiggly teeth, you may have some questions about what to do, and for that matter, what not to do!
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Treatment Options for a Cracked Tooth – Vancouver BC

Did you know that cracked teeth are quite common? Chips and breaks are also fairly common. Why do teeth crack? There are many reasons a tooth may chip, break or crack: Teeth can crack from wear over time and with … Continue reading

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Crowns and Bridges: The Basics

If a tooth is injured or missing, it’s important to repair or replace it with an artificial one; crowns and bridges improve both the appearance of your teeth as well as your overall dental health. Kits Family Dental will help … Continue reading

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Do whitening toothpastes work? Teeth Whitening Kits

Have you ever wanted to have fantastic white teeth but not have to go to the dentist’s office? How are whitening toothpastes supposed to work and do they even work? The answer: It really depends on what types of stains … Continue reading

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Dental Cleaning – What does it entail

Some people find a trip to the dentist nerve racking. If you don’t like needles or metal instruments in your mouth, this isn’t surprising. However, for most patients, dental cleaning is simple and painless. Knowing what to expect during the … Continue reading

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My gums hurt. What does this mean?

From time to time, we get sore gums. Causes for sore gums can be minor, such as from hard brushing or too much flossing, or from something more serious, like gum disease. Preventing Sore Gums Good dental hygiene starts with … Continue reading

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The Best & Worst Halloween Candy For Your Teeth

This post from 2021 deserves a re-post! Happy Halloween! Let’s make it less spooky by knowing which candy and treats can be indulged in with relatively low effort and which you might want to be a little more careful about. … Continue reading

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Why do we need healthy gums?

Healthy gums are important for many reasons, the human mouth, like so many other areas of the body, is full of bacteria, most of which is harmless. However the mouth is the body’s entry to your digestive and respiratory tracts … Continue reading

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How to help kids brush their teeth

Are you struggling with children resisting tooth brushing? It’s important to help children understand from an early age that looking after their teeth and gums is just as important as eating well.  Here are some ways that might help you … Continue reading

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Does Eating and Drinking Acidic Food Hurt My Teeth? How to keep your teeth healthy

Did you know your diet affects your teeth? What you eat and drink has a huge effect on your overall health, and especially your oral health. You should incorporate a variety of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, calcium-rich foods, and … Continue reading

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