Newsletter - Dundas Street Dental Centre

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We hope you had a wonderful holiday season and would like to wish you all the best in 2009.

Annually we hear the same resolutions, (exercise, quit something, spend time with loved ones, pay off debt, etc).

Remember to keep your goals realistic (at least for the short term), plan ahead, and go for it!

We suggest that you reassess your progress towards the end of February. If you are unsatisfied, regroup and re-evaluate; were you too ambitious for the short term, did you plan enough, did you even try?

Use March to plan around these obstacles and give it a second go. You can adjust your resolution to something that works for you ...it's your resolution and it is not set in stone!

Good luck and keep us posted!

The Team at Dundas Street Dental Centre

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Office Update

Our practice is always taking advantage of new technologies to provide your family with the best quality of dental care. Next month we will be getting some brand new digital x-ray machines to better serve your dental needs. These will offer faster x-rays while reducing radiation. Stay tuned to our newsletter to learn more about the benefits of digital x-rays.

This month hosts National Non-Smoking Week January 18 to 24.

By now you have heard the endless reasons to quit smoking, are you ready?

If it is your time to quit, speak to us during your next visit, we may be able to help.

You can also visit the smoker's helpline for tips and suggestions to help you succeed.

Has your smile dulled over the years?
Have years of smoking, drinking coffee, tea, wine etc, discoloured your teeth?
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.

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

Whitening is very safe!
Tooth Whitening is a process that restores stained or discoloured teeth to a healthy, natural colour. Our office uses an advanced procedure that is not available over the counter.

It's recommended that you change your tooth brush at least every four months. This ensures that the bristles are in good condition for cleaning your teeth.

We recommend a soft bristle brush used after every meal with a fluoride toothpaste. Your toothbrush should be stored upright after use and never shared.

Also try to avoid letting your toothbrush touch your spouses if you share a holder. After each use, rinse your brush under cold water, give it a good shake and let it air dry. Don't cover your 'home use' toothbrush as it may create a place for bacteria to flourish.

If you use a travel toothbrush, replace it after your trip. It's also a good idea to replace your brush after a cold or illness.

If you're interested, ask us about electric toothbrushes on your next visit, as studies have shown that users tend to brush their teeth longer, it could be worth the minor investment.