Unless we’re in pain or discomfort, we rarely think about the health of our teeth or mouth, but it's still immensely important to go see a dentist regularly. For one, many workplaces offer dental insurance benefits that often cover quite a bit of the expense. Plus, both dentists in Kelowna and Penticton offer comprehensive dental…
With the end of the year quickly approaching, now is the time to take advantage of any health and dental benefits you may have before they expire. Most benefits are renewed annually in January, so if you’re due for a dental exam, be sure to take advantage of your benefits before they expire. We’ve broken…
No one likes having cavities, and as tempting as it can be to ignore them, that will only make them worse. Because they don’t fix themselves on their own, cavities must be filled by a dentist. A dental filling helps to prevent further decay by restoring your damaged tooth and preventing bacteria from getting into…
Early dental care is essential to keeping your child’s teeth and mouth healthy. While tooth decay is commonly seen in adult teeth, it can also be seen as early childhood tooth decay on baby teeth as well. Because some baby teeth don’t get replaced by permanent teeth until the age of 12 or 13, regular…
Tooth loss can happen to anyone at any point in their lives. While it might be a scary thing to experience, you can rest assured that you’re not alone and there are lots of different ways for you to still achieve a bright, beautiful smile! Dentures are one of the more common ways to give…
While shopping for a new toothbrush might not be quite as fun as buying a new piece of clothing, it’s an important item that should be replaced quite frequently. The whole point of a toothbrush is to remove bacteria from your teeth and gums, so it’s safe to assume that your toothbrush will harbour some…
No one likes having smelly breath, but the reality is that we all have our bouts of bad breath from time to time, whether it be from a garlic-heavy meal or it simply has been some time since you last brushed. But for some people, bad breath is more of a regular occurrence. Also known…
You’ve likely heard the term dental plaque used during your regular dental checkups, but do you know what it means? Understanding what dental plaque is and what it means for your overall oral health is important, as it can lead to cavities and other dental problems if it is not properly removed. Plaque is an…
If you’ve ever experienced any soreness, tenderness, or sometimes bleeding, in your gums after brushing your teeth, you’re not alone. There are lots of people who experience the same discomfort, and because it is such a common occurrence, many people don’t think much of it. While it might be tempting to just brush off gum…
When it comes to maintaining good oral health, it isn’t just your teeth that you need to worry about. Even if you are cavity-free and have beautiful pearly whites, you still need to protect yourself from gum disease. Gum disease starts when you get plaque buildup both along and under the gum line, and since…