It’s a frequent horror image for kids and adults alike: the idea of a dentist, clacking their metal tools together as they come in...for your tooth! We’re happy to confirm that this is, indeed, just another scary story that belongs completely to the realm of fantasy.
In reality, tooth extraction is completely safe, and the use... READ MORE
October 18, 2021
When someone asks what’s “trendy” right now, you’ll likely respond with whatever new artist you’ve been listening to or a new clothing style you’ve seen in stores more often. But we bet the last thing you’d ever say in response to “What’s trendy?” is, “Dental veneers!”
Cosmetic trends come and go (anyone remember the pencil eyebrows... READ MORE
October 11, 2021
When kids are darting around their neighbourhood or schoolyard playground, they’re not thinking about protecting their teeth. They’re thinking about who can reach the top of the slide the fastest, or how far on the climber they can go. And that’s fine - kids are supposed to have fun! But when they come running to... READ MORE
October 8, 2021
No one ever wants to admit that something is wrong, and that's understandable. If something's wrong, then it means there's a problem and that you've got to fix it. It's especially true when it comes to our teeth. A twinge here or there can be ignored if it goes away, right? Nothing to worry about?... READ MORE
September 27, 2021
There are several reasons why you might be looking for a new dentist in Barrie. Perhaps you’re new to the area, or maybe you’re just ready for a change. Either way, you’re looking for someone who specializes in the care and maintenance of your oral health, and you want to be certain that whoever you... READ MORE
August 25, 2021
If it’s not there, it’s easy to forget. When you’re missing a tooth in the front of your mouth, you likely see the gap every time you look in the mirror, but you might be waiting until you’re more comfortable with dental treatment. However, if you’re missing a tooth in the back of your mouth,... READ MORE
August 20, 2021
It might surprise you to hear, but most family dentist offices are also popular hangouts for the Tooth Fairy. She swings by from time to time to check up on the kids in her care, and last time she stopped by, she gave us a message to pass along to you. You probably already know... READ MORE
August 16, 2021
Every morning and evening, you brush your teeth for exactly two minutes. You might even have a special timer set up to help make sure you’re brushing as long as you should be. You also make sure to floss twice a day as well. Your teeth almost always are clean and free of food debris,... READ MORE
August 4, 2021
When you lose a tooth, either as a natural result of age or due to an accident, you’ll likely want to replace it with a denture to restore your smile and your ability to eat and speak normally. However, as much as you recognize the value of these changes, you likely also have a gut... READ MORE
July 31, 2021
Ever since you started brushing your teeth, you’ve probably been told - both by your parents or guardians and your dental office - to make sure you brush your teeth at least twice every day. But how often have you been told that you should brush your tongue?
Our tongues come into contact with just as... READ MORE
July 25, 2021