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Home Remedies for a Toothache
A toothache can bring discomfort to your teeth and the areas surrounding them such as the jaw and gums. Tooth decay, infection, broken fillings, or receding gums are some popular causes of a toothache. If your tooth pain carries on for 2 days or more, it may be time...
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Missing Teeth? Here’s What You Can Do About It
Your teeth are important for your overall health and self-esteem. If you are dealing with missing teeth, you’ll recognize the various problems they can cause. Eating certain foods is almost impossible, and you aren’t comfortable with the way you look when you smile....
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Effective Solutions to Combat Bad Breath
While there is no long-term or permanent solution to bad breath (also known as Halitosis), there are certain habits you can practice regularly to combat bad oral hygiene. Brush your teeth and floss attentively For the best results, make sure to brush your teeth at...
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How Often Should I Get My Teeth Cleaned Professionally?
This is a question that many patients ask and the answer truly depends on the individual patient. There are many factors that will dictate the frequency of your dental hygiene appointments. First and foremost, probably the most significant factor is your home care....
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Are You Suffering from a Dental Headache/Migraine?
You might not expect it, but it turns out your oral health and headaches are often directly correlated. In fact, many of your constant headaches and/or migraines are actually caused by problems that can be treated more effectively by your dentist than your family...
read moreI am terrified of going to the dentist, what can I do about it?
Many patients dislike going to the dentist, but some have a debilitating fear that prevents them for receiving timely treatment that they require. These patients avoid the dentist at all costs and allow dental problems to develop to the point where they are in...
read moreIs a dental implant better than getting a root canal?
Often this question is asked by a patient who is struggling to make a significant investment in their natural tooth that is significantly compromised. The answer depends on many factors. As a dentist in the Niagara and St. Catharines area, I try to help my patients...
read moreWhy You Need that Root Canal
Many patients cringe when they hear they need root canal treatment. Minimally, a tooth ache is an inconvenience in your busy life or it can be an all-encompassing life event that occupies every conscious thought when the pain becomes unbearable. For the most part,...
read moreDr. Vlahos’ Favourite Tools of the Dental Trade
A VERY IMPORTANT PART of dentistry in Dr. Vlahos’ office in St. Catharines is having the right tools for the job. These tools are what make it possible for us to take care of our patients’ teeth, so we wanted to give them some time in the spotlight. Tried And True...
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Home Remedies for a Toothache
A toothache can bring discomfort to your teeth and the areas surrounding them such as the jaw and gums. Tooth decay, infection, broken fillings, or receding gums are some popular causes of a toothache. If your tooth pain carries on for 2 days or more, it may be time...
Missing Teeth? Here’s What You Can Do About It
Your teeth are important for your overall health and self-esteem. If you are dealing with missing teeth, you’ll recognize the various problems they can cause. Eating certain foods is almost impossible, and you aren’t comfortable with the way you look when you smile....
Effective Solutions to Combat Bad Breath
While there is no long-term or permanent solution to bad breath (also known as Halitosis), there are certain habits you can practice regularly to combat bad oral hygiene. Brush your teeth and floss attentively For the best results, make sure to brush your teeth at...
How Often Should I Get My Teeth Cleaned Professionally?
This is a question that many patients ask and the answer truly depends on the individual patient. There are many factors that will dictate the frequency of your dental hygiene appointments. First and foremost, probably the most significant factor is your home care....
Are You Suffering from a Dental Headache/Migraine?
You might not expect it, but it turns out your oral health and headaches are often directly correlated. In fact, many of your constant headaches and/or migraines are actually caused by problems that can be treated more effectively by your dentist than your family...
I am terrified of going to the dentist, what can I do about it?
Many patients dislike going to the dentist, but some have a debilitating fear that prevents them for receiving timely treatment that they require. These patients avoid the dentist at all costs and allow dental problems to develop to the point where they are in...
Is a dental implant better than getting a root canal?
Often this question is asked by a patient who is struggling to make a significant investment in their natural tooth that is significantly compromised. The answer depends on many factors. As a dentist in the Niagara and St. Catharines area, I try to help my patients...
Why You Need that Root Canal
Many patients cringe when they hear they need root canal treatment. Minimally, a tooth ache is an inconvenience in your busy life or it can be an all-encompassing life event that occupies every conscious thought when the pain becomes unbearable. For the most part,...
Dr. Vlahos’ Favourite Tools of the Dental Trade
A VERY IMPORTANT PART of dentistry in Dr. Vlahos’ office in St. Catharines is having the right tools for the job. These tools are what make it possible for us to take care of our patients’ teeth, so we wanted to give them some time in the spotlight. Tried And True...
The Solution for Your Fear and Anxiety in the Dental Office-Sedation Dentistry
All to often many patients put off going to the dentist because of prior negative experiences with their in office oral care. This fear can be quite debilitating and many patients will endure much dental pain before reluctantly making an appointment for treatment. ...
Home Remedies for a Toothache
A toothache can bring discomfort to your teeth and the areas surrounding them such as the jaw and gums. Tooth decay, infection, broken fillings, or receding gums are some popular causes of a toothache. If your tooth pain carries on for 2 days or more, it may be time...
Missing Teeth? Here’s What You Can Do About It
Your teeth are important for your overall health and self-esteem. If you are dealing with missing teeth, you’ll recognize the various problems they can cause. Eating certain foods is almost impossible, and you aren’t comfortable with the way you look when you smile....
Effective Solutions to Combat Bad Breath
While there is no long-term or permanent solution to bad breath (also known as Halitosis), there are certain habits you can practice regularly to combat bad oral hygiene. Brush your teeth and floss attentively For the best results, make sure to brush your teeth at...
How Often Should I Get My Teeth Cleaned Professionally?
This is a question that many patients ask and the answer truly depends on the individual patient. There are many factors that will dictate the frequency of your dental hygiene appointments. First and foremost, probably the most significant factor is your home care....
Are You Suffering from a Dental Headache/Migraine?
You might not expect it, but it turns out your oral health and headaches are often directly correlated. In fact, many of your constant headaches and/or migraines are actually caused by problems that can be treated more effectively by your dentist than your family...
I am terrified of going to the dentist, what can I do about it?
Many patients dislike going to the dentist, but some have a debilitating fear that prevents them for receiving timely treatment that they require. These patients avoid the dentist at all costs and allow dental problems to develop to the point where they are in...
Is a dental implant better than getting a root canal?
Often this question is asked by a patient who is struggling to make a significant investment in their natural tooth that is significantly compromised. The answer depends on many factors. As a dentist in the Niagara and St. Catharines area, I try to help my patients...
Why You Need that Root Canal
Many patients cringe when they hear they need root canal treatment. Minimally, a tooth ache is an inconvenience in your busy life or it can be an all-encompassing life event that occupies every conscious thought when the pain becomes unbearable. For the most part,...
Dr. Vlahos’ Favourite Tools of the Dental Trade
A VERY IMPORTANT PART of dentistry in Dr. Vlahos’ office in St. Catharines is having the right tools for the job. These tools are what make it possible for us to take care of our patients’ teeth, so we wanted to give them some time in the spotlight. Tried And True...
The Solution for Your Fear and Anxiety in the Dental Office-Sedation Dentistry
All to often many patients put off going to the dentist because of prior negative experiences with their in office oral care. This fear can be quite debilitating and many patients will endure much dental pain before reluctantly making an appointment for treatment. ...