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March 2008 Edition

Spring is around the corner and we could not be happier. The weather will start to get warmer and the days will get longer. What a perfect time to break out of our winter routines!

We can all fall into bad habits but this is the time to concentrate on fixing them. Here are a few quick suggestions for breaking out of the normal habit when it comes to your teeth.

Include flossing and rinsing with mouthwash in your daily ritual. These are two crucial but often overlooked means of preventing tooth decay.

Fight temptation - instead of candy or chocolate, grab a fruit or vegetable at snack time. Sweets can be detrimental to your overall health and are especially bad for your teeth. If you are eating sweets, make sure to brush your teeth afterwards.

Brush your tongue - a great deal of the bacteria in your mouth rests on your tongue. It's like a carpet that sucks up the guck in your mouth. Brushing your tongue can improve your chances of resisting tooth decay and it will make your breath smell nicer too.

Have a stupendous spring season. We've all earned it after the winter we've had!

 Dr. Lancelot Brown and Team

Fun in the Sun
At our Second Annual Dental Convention

Members of our office (Dr. Brown, Lisa, Dragana, Kim, Tami and Kristin) attended our second annual dental convention in sunny Ocho Rios, Jamaica this February.


We enjoyed a day trip to Negril, a few rounds of golf, some convention lectures and plenty of sunshine.

Please click here to view more of our photos.

Playing Safe!
Athletic Mouth Guards and You
Do you or your children play any of the following sports?
Soccer, Basketball, Squash, Football, Rugby, Hockey, Boxing, Gymnastics, Skateboarding, Martial Arts, or Volleyball.
What would happen if you or your child got hit in the mouth or jaw?
In a nutshell, A LOT!

What is an athletic mouth guard?
Mouth guards are resilient appliances that fit over your teeth. When worn during sports activities, they help protect against injuries to the teeth and areas in and around your mouth. Although the number of mouth injuries caused by sports activities is relatively low, the cost of these injuries can be relatively high, especially if there is damage to the teeth.
How can a mouth guard protect you?
There are two main goals in wearing a mouth guard for active play, organized or not. The first is to protect teeth against the impact of an object or body part. When you are hit in the mouth or jaw, a mouth guard acts as a cushion that redistributes the force of the blow, so the impact is absorbed more evenly. Second is to protect against concussions. A blow from an elbow or implement transferred through the mandible and into the skull can cause severe damage, not just broken teeth.

Choosing the Right Mouth Guard!
Click here to learn more about Mouth Guards.


How Good is a Good Rinse?
So you were in a hurry, you picked up your mouthwash and had a quick rinse before you left the house.
That's as good as brushing ...right?
WRONG!
Mouthwashes are effective at masking bad breath and as effective as rinsing with water with regards to removing surface particles.

Don't get me wrong, I like to rinse with my favourite minty wash before I head out for the day, but it is no substitute for brushing and flossing.

In fact, a mouthwash is most effective right after a good brush and floss as it rinses away anything that was loosened and kills bacteria that still remain behind.

If you would like more information about the effectiveness of mouthwashes, please feel free to ask us on your next visit.
 



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Tuesday - 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday - 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday - 8 am - 8 pm
Friday - 9 am - 3 pm
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94 Cumberland Street
Toronto, Ontario
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BOOKS, MUSIC and MOVIES

Some of our staff recommendations this month:

Dr. Brown: (movie - 2008)
The Other Boleyn Girl
What a fantastic movie! Tells the story of two sisters contending for the affection of King Henry VIII. Natalie Portman is at her finest here, definitely an Oscar performance. Also stars Scarlett Johansson and Eric Bana.

Lisa : (movie - 1973)
Enter the Dragon
This is one of my all-time favourite. Bruce Lee is still the best. If you like kung fu movies, make sure you watch the first American produced martial arts flick.

Kim: (movie - 2007)
Gone Baby Gone
A crime drama about two private investigators hunting for an abducted four-year-old girl in the Boston neighbourhood of Dorchester. This is Ben Affleck's directorial debut and it's a definite success!

Dragana: (movie - 2007)
Things We Lost in the Fire
A movie about learning to deal with loss and the hope that arises with acceptance. Stars Halle Berry and Benicio Del Toro.

Tami: (tv - current)
John and Kate +8
A reality show about a couple who have twins and sextuplets. If nothing else, the kids are really cute and funny!

Kristin: (book - 1996)
The Notebook (by Nicholas Sparks)
One the most heartfelt novels I have ever read.
Copyright © 2007 Dr. Lancelot A. Brown
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