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What are the different ways of replacing missing teeth?
A full complement of adult teeth is 32. Many people have their wisdom teeth removed (often due to lack of space). So people often have 28 teeth. They are all supposed to last a lifetime, hence they are often referred to as permanent teeth. […]
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Teeth Whitening: What You Need To Know
When it comes to dental health, everyone is looking to have the whitest teeth possible. Unknown to many, our teeth actually have pores, much like our skin. As we grow older, the colour of anything that we eat will be absorbed into our pores. This […]
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Electric toothbrushes vs. traditional toothbrushes: Is there a clear advantage?
Electric toothbrushes have gained significant popularity over the years, over conventional manual toothbrushes. This has led to many people asking whether electric toothbrushes are more effective than manual toothbrushes. In general, both types can be effective and both have their strengths. We’ll go into some […]
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Creative ways to get your child to brush their teeth
Most parents know that brushing is an important part of ensuring good oral health and overall health outcomes for their children. Most parents also know how difficult it is to get their children to be enthusiastic about brushing, and to brush regularly. To help with […]
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Different Types of Dental Specialists
It’s common to think about your family dentist when the field of dentistry comes to mind. However, dentistry expands into a wide range of dental professionals outside of your usual dental office, particularly when it comes to specialty cases. If you’re curious to learn about […]
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Dentistry vs Orthodontics: What are the differences?
You probably know that dentistry and orthodontics are related, but may not be familiar with the fundamental differences between the two. In this article, we explore the key differences between the role of a dentist and an orthodontist. Dentists Dentists are oral health experts, who […]
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Common Dental Emergencies
At Maple Family Dentistry, we often help patients who come in with a dental emergency that needs to be addressed right away. But what situations or conditions would be considered as a dental emergency? We go through some of the main ones in this article. […]
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5 Reasons Why You Should Make A Trip To Your Local Dental Office
Visiting your local dental practice multiple times per year is a great habit to get into. Your dentist will make sure to keep your smile bright, happy, and healthy. He’ll also aim to fix any problem you may have with your teeth. If you aren’t […]
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How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush?
Most people have similar routines. Similar routines in the sense that each and every day they brush their teeth – once in the morning and once at night. What’s much less of a habit, though, is the retiring of your toothbrush once it reaches the […]
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8 Types of Foods To Avoid (For Your Teeth’s Sake!)
Taking care of your teeth goes much further than simply brushing them and flossing them everyday. Everyone should be aware of what foods are harmful to their teeth, too. Ingredients like sugar, starch, and citrus are known to erode tooth enamel and weaken your teeth […]
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The Benefits of Teeth Whitening
A beautiful smile leaves a lasting impression on your friends, loved ones, colleagues and even on strangers. Having a perfect smile can have a significant impact in almost all aspects of your life, so it is best that you take care of your teeth and make […]
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Sleep Apnea and Dental Health
Sleep Apnea is an increasingly common health condition that affects the different systems in our body, which includes the oral cavity. It is often diagnosed by a dentist because of how it affects dental health. Sleep apnea can stop breathing or can cause shallow breaths […]
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