Happy New Year! We may all still be basking in the holiday glow (especially when current credit card statements are such lovely reminders!) but know that we are officially into 2018, and have much to look forward to. However, another holiday reminder which may still be floating around are the many sweets that were consumed....Read More

Proper dental care and oral hygiene is essential at all stages in life, even for people who have dentures, partials or implants. People with dentures must recognize that oral hygiene protects their dentures as well as their mouths. The Canadian Denture & Implant Centres says that 16 percent of the population wear dentures. Removable dentures...Read More

What you eat helps build healthier teeth and gums, and also helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease. A good quality diet for good oral health includes rich fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and unsaturated fats, but there are specific foods that will really boost your overall oral health. Teeth and Calcium Yes,...Read More

Many people visit their dentists and learn they have a tooth that requires a crown. In many instances, dental crowns are necessary for proper tooth care. Crowns were once widely referred to as “caps.” A crown is a permanent cover for a tooth that would otherwise require a very large filling after dental decay has...Read More

The importance of maintaining clean teeth and healthy gums goes beyond having fresh breath and a white smile. Many people are surprised to discover that oral hygiene plays an integral role in overall health. Research indicates that oral health mirrors the condition of the body as a whole. Also, regular dental visits can alert dentists...Read More

Tobacco is a known risk factor for many chronic diseases.  Tobacco is also a major oral health concern for your dentist as it is linked to oral cancer, development and worsening of periodontal disease, poor oral wound healing, dulled taste and smell, and tooth staining.  According to the Center for Disease Control, 7 in 10...Read More

Nutrition has the ability to impact our health, activity levels, confidence, and overall that feeling of well-being.  While many people have some nutritional knowledge, most times it is based on current trends sourced from the media and anecdotal evidence from friends and family.  Having a trusted medical professional with whom you can review your nutritional...Read More

Know someone who is anxious or even fearful of the dentist? Are they compromising their health due to this fear? Are they feeling as if it’s impossible to overcome it? Here at Blackburn Shoppes Dental Centre it is possible. Our staff and office are well equipped and trained in the psychological process of fear of...Read More