Drs. Janet Kan and Paul Chapman and our team at Rideau Dental on 4th St will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused by acid-generating microorganisms that deposit themselves on teeth surfaces. Over time, acid erodes tooth enamel, compromising tooth strength. The major
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Healthy Summer Foods Oral-systemic health is the idea that oral health is a critical and interconnected component to a patient’s overall health and well-being. Studies show that people who have poor oral health are more likely to have other health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, or a high likelihood of stroke. Some
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What are the benefits of visiting a dentist regularly? Oral-Systemic Health It’s summer—that wonderful time of year when fresh and delicious produce abounds. Dr. Janet Kan and Paul Chapman will tell you that your teeth, gums, and tissues all rely on an appropriate mix of vitamins and minerals to maintain good oral health no
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What’s the best dental floss? Healthy Summer Foods Your regularly scheduled dental checkups with Drs. Janet Kan and Paul Chapman are not just meant to make your smile prettier and healthier. Your mouth’s health has an important impact on your overall physical health as well! While you may brush your teeth twice a
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Dental Infections What are the benefits of visiting a dentist regularly? Dental floss is similar to a lot of products that depend mainly on the consumer’s preference. Fact is, floss comes in a wide variety of flavors, coatings, and other variations, but all types of floss essentially do the same thing. After all, that
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Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile! Dental Infections You may have bitten down on a hard food or object, or perhaps you had a cavity that weakened your tooth. Either way, your tooth is now broken, and the steps you take to care for it will determine whether you get to
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Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures, and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Rideau Dental on 4th St. Everyone wants a glowing and radiant white smile when the sun comes around and we have a few reminders to keep your pearly whites healthy
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Every Day is Earth Day Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile! A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts of a tooth and vary in size, appearance, and
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What is hand-foot-and-mouth disease? The Purpose of a Dental Crown During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a time of change, and assertions that we needed to pay more attention to the
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