by Chapnick Dental | Oct 19, 2015 | Blogs, dental bridges, Dental Implants
News FIVE THINGS THAT HAPPEN WHEN TEETH ARE MISSING Missing teeth, even just one, can have a profound impact on your smile. Five of the most significant impacts are: The shifting of adjacent teeth Changes to bite tension and strength Difficulties chewing Changes in...
by Chapnick Dental | Oct 14, 2014 | cavities, Dental Health
News GETTING INTO THE HABIT OF FLOSSING Flossing is one of the most effective ways to prevent gum disease and tooth decay. Flossing once daily is good, but twice daily is optimal – though many people have a difficult time getting into this habit. There are a number of...
by Chapnick Dental | Sep 18, 2014 | Blogs, Dental Health, general dentistry
News PROBIOTICS FOR THE TREATMENT OF GUM DISEASE? A double-blind, placebo-controlled study conducted on patients with chronic gum disease has found that probiotic use can increase the effectiveness of treatment. In this study, patients who increased their intake of...
by Chapnick Dental | Aug 25, 2014 | Blogs, cosmetic dentistry
News THREE QUESTIONS FOR YOUR COSMETIC DENTIST If you’re considering cosmetic dentistry work, it pays to do your research. When you select a cosmetic dentist, you entrust your appearance and self-image to that person. So don’t be afraid to ask the important questions...
by Chapnick Dental | Dec 12, 2013 | Blogs, Dental Implants
News HOW LONG DO DENTAL IMPLANTS LAST? One of the reasons our Barrie general dentists recommend dental implants to patients who need to replace a missing tooth is that they are sturdy, long-lasting pieces of dental work. In fact, if properly cared for, dental implants...
