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Thursday

Wow! what an amazing Summer it's turning out to be. Warm weather has taken hold, people are out in numbers, patios are full and everywhere you look there's a smile.

The team here at BDHC have big plans for the Summer. I personally plan on spending many hours outside with my wife and son, I may even sneak in a few rounds of golf. If you're doing anything spectacular this Summer and happen to snap some great scenery pictures, let us know. We may include them in upcoming issues of our newsletter. Enjoy the time you spend outside and remember to eat plenty of fruit and drink lots of water!

This is the first issue of our eNewsletter, we hope you find it useful. We will be using this forum to keep you informed of dental, health and interesting topics. Please let us know what you think and offer suggestions as to what you would like us to include in future issues.

Wishing you countless reasons to Smile,

Dr. Freedman and the Team at BDHC

Has your smile dulled over the years?
Have years of drinking coffee, tea or soft drinks left your teeth stained and discoloured?

Fortunately, dentistry has a solution for your yellowing teeth. Tooth whitening has become a popular exercise with the rise of personal appearance television shows and over the counter solutions.

What are some causes of Tooth Discolouration?

Drinking Coffee, Tea, Wine or Soft Drinks - stains teeth Natural Aging - the dentin underneath the enamel of a tooth darkens Smoking or any Tobacco Use - stains teeth Accidents - a dead nerve will darken a tooth Root Canal Therapy - the lack of natural nourishment from the will darken a tooth

Is Whitening Safe?
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Recent studies show considerable links between heart disease and oral health. In particular, gum disease and tooth loss may be good predictors of future heart disease. The theory is that mouth bacteria - which cause gum disease - enter the bloodstream through the inflamed gum tissues, and eventually end up in the same plaque associated with heart disease.

The best remedy?

Proper oral hygiene (brush and floss twice daily) No smoking Weight control Balanced diet Regular Periodontal Supportive Care Don't Forget the importance of Regular Exercise

Although we don't often think that poor oral health may lead to such dire consequences, the recent research makes a convincing link. Take heed, practice good oral hygiene, start at an early age, and encourage others to do the same!