Your Smile: A Wise Health Investment

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Our team at Heritage Dental Centre is on a mission to demystify enduring oral wellness for our Edmonton community. The most critical component? Regularity in dental exams and hygiene appointments.

Tips for Dealing with Sensitive Teeth

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Dealing with sensitive teeth can be a frustrating problem to have. It can make it difficult to eat comfortably or enjoy your favorite foods, and it can also contribute to anxiety and stress around visiting the dentist. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to manage sensitive teeth and reduce your risk of developing complications. Let’s look at some useful strategies for managing sensitivity associated with exposed dentine, broken teeth, and recession.

Common Dental Problems and How to Prevent Them

Common Dental Problems

Maintaining good oral health is crucial for overall well-being, and regular dental check-ups can help identify any potential issues before they become bigger problems. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some of the most common dental problems and how you can prevent them to keep your smile healthy and bright.

Relieving the Consequences of Teeth Clenching and Grinding

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Clenching or grinding your teeth is a habit that many people suffer from, but few realize its consequences. Whether you clench or grind your teeth during the day or while you sleep at night, this habit can have a significant impact on your oral health and well-being.

How To Get Over Your Dental Anxiety

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Dental anxiety is a common issue that affects many people and can prevent them from seeking the dental care they need. At Heritage Dental Centre in Edmonton, AB, we understand the challenges of dental anxiety and are experts in helping patients overcome their fears and get the dental care they need.

Use It Or Lose It! Using Your Dental Benefits

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When it comes to dental benefit plans, millions of people each year are ringing in the New Year leaving money on the table. StatCan reported that over 64% of people in Canada have a dental plan. The National Association of Dental Plans reported that only 2.8% of people with PPO dental plan participants reached or exceeded their plans annual maximum.

The Best & Worst Foods For Your Teeth

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Maintaining good oral health is important for a number of reasons. Not only does it make you look and feel better, but it’s also essential for your overall health. Poor oral hygiene has been linked to a number of health problems, including heart disease and stroke. Teeth are strong and resilient, but they are not indestructible. The foods you eat can have a significant impact on your teeth and gums. Some foods are more likely to cause tooth decay than others. Sugary drinks, for example, are one of the worst offenders when it comes to teeth, but we’re getting ahead of ourselves here! In this blog post, we will discuss the best and worst foods for your teeth. We’ll also provide some helpful tips on how to protect your teeth from decay and tooth decay.

Top 5 Reasons You Should Go to the Dentist As Soon As Possible

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35% of Canadians say that they do not visit the dentist as often as they should. Unfortunately, when you put off regular dental maintenance you can cause even more problems in the long run.

You should be seeing your dentist at least twice a year for cleanings. Others should be visiting more often depending on their personal situation. However, there are a few reasons that might mean you need to go to the dentist as soon as possible. Read on to find out what might require emergency dental care.

Tooth Decay 101

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Tooth decay refers to the softening and destruction of the enamel, which is the hard-outer layer of the tooth. It eventually leads to cavities, or holes in the tooth. Almost everyone will develop tooth decay at some point in their lives. Here’s everything you need to know about this common dental health issue.

What You Can Expect When You Get a Tooth Extracted

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If you’ve never had a tooth extracted before, you may be unsure of what to expect. This common dental procedure may make you feel easy, but it’s in fact fairly straightforward. Here’s some information about what to anticipate during a standard tooth extraction and some general dentistry advice straight from your neighbourhood South Edmonton dentist.