We all, hopefully, brush our teeth twice a day already with a fluoride-containing toothpaste. If you don’t, please start today! But what about floss? In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and our mandate to stay home and social distance...
Read MoreLet’s be honest. No one really wants to have a filling or root canal done. We get it! But it happens to the best of us. Whether it is because you haven’t seen a dentist for 5 years, you...
Read MoreFissure sealants are a great way to help prevent cavities from forming in the deep grooves of your teeth. Specifically molars and premolars, as they more commonly have these deeper grooves. Usually, we do these on children’s teeth as they...
Read MoreDid you wake up with a toothache, or break a tooth? Do you have swelling in your mouth? No matter the dental emergency, the next question is “Now what?” First things first, take a deep breath and call our office...
Read MoreIn honour of February being Children’s Dental Health Month, let’s take a look at how we can help our children have healthier mouths. After all, the children are our future and by teaching them young, we can set them up...
Read MoreHaving your teeth cleaned should be part of your routine for keeping yourself healthy. Healthy teeth not only keep your mouth healthy, it also helps keep the rest of your body healthy. Plaque starts to build up within 24 hours...
Read MoreEach member of the Kelowna Family Dental team plays an important role in not only our office, but your oral health as well. Let’s go over the different team members and how they help to keep you healthy! Registered Dental...
Read MoreOther than your regular dental exams and cleanings, when should you see a dentist? If you have a toothache. Any tooth pain should be investigated by your dentist. It could be a sign of an infection, a broken tooth or...
Read MoreOur dentists recommend that everyone have a panoramic x-ray taken every 5-8 years. You may ask: What is a panoramic x-ray? How is that different than a regular x-ray? What is it for? Let me explain. What is a Panoramic...
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