Summer is on its way!

If you have enrolled yourself or your children in a sporting league you will undoubtedly be gearing up with some new equipment. If your activity of choice involves the potential for contact, think about your teeth. Talk to us about a properly fitted mouth guard this season. We may not be able to improve your game, but we can help to protect your winning smile!

We hope all of the mothers out there had a great Mother's Day and that everyone took full advantage of the long weekend.

Have a safe and healthy month,

The Team @ Midtown Dental

With summer on the way there is no reason for your home to still have winter clutter laying about. The Victoria Day long weekend is a great chance to plan for a spring clean up extravaganza around your living space. Here are some tips that we have gathered from asking around the office. 1. Do an expiry check! Start in your fridge (you may be surprised at what has gathered in there)... 2. Do an air quality check! Open your windows and let some fresh air in... 3. Do an internet check! The internet offers a wealth of advice on spring cleaning strategies. Click here for more details.

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Pregnancy is filled with exciting changes to your body, and your mouth is no exception. Changes in hormone levels during pregnancy increase the potential for dental problems, emphasizing the importance of proper and sometimes extra-ordinary oral hygiene.

Pregnancy Gingivitis is the most common of the dental concerns during a pregnancy. This form of Gingivitis is most prevalent between the second and eighth month of pregnancy.

The symptoms associated with Pregnancy Gingivitis include:
Click here to learn more about pregnancy and your oral health.