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How to Ease Anxiety When Visiting the Dentist

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The team here at Dr. Vlahos has been serving dedicated St. Catherine’s family dental services for over 20 years. Across this time, we have come across various patients, from young children to elderly patients. We also understand that some patients experience feelings of anxiety when it comes to visiting us. We have put together this […]

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5 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Smile this Summer

Healthy smile

The weather in St. Catherines and surrounding regions is finally on par with spring and summer standards, and the team here at Dr. Vlahos Dentistry is so excited to enjoy the warm weather and longer days. As we add more activities and commitments to our schedule, we can sometimes get off track with sustaining our […]

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Connecting the Dots: Diabetes & Oral Health

Diabetes, or hypertension is a disease that affects millions of people from various social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. In 2017, 7.3% of Canadians aged 12 and older (roughly 2.3 million people) reported being diagnosed with diabetes. It is safe practice for those diagnosed with diabetes to monitor glucose levels, diet, activity, and more to keep […]

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Eating After a Root Canal

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  After undergoing a root canal, you may have a few concerns about diet and routine changes for a few days while the tooth heals. Although, modern-day procedures are fairly comfortable, and recovery is pretty quick; few precautions are necessary but there are some things you should note. You should pay attention to your eating […]

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Combating Tooth Decay – Controlling Your Diet

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When consuming sugary and starchy foods or drinks, you may not realize it, but you’re potentially feeding the plaque that can cause problems in your mouth. Here’s a list of food items you should add to your diet and foods you should steer clear of if you’re looking to prevent any possibilities of tooth decay […]

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Choosing the Most Suitable Orthodontist

Orthodontist

An orthodontist diagnoses overbites, occlusions, misaligned teeth and jaws, and overcrowded mouths. After the diagnosis, the orthodontist tries to solve any issues they discover by using treatments like dental braces.  Ask for Recommendations Selecting an orthodontist for you or your child’s dental needs may seem like an intimidating task if you’ve never done it before, […]

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Top 5 Reasons To Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed By A Family Dentist In St. Catharines

Wisdom teeth

  Wisdom teeth—we all get them, many of us have had them removed. Cropping up between the ages of 16 and 25, these malicious molars can be problematic for young adults everywhere. If your wisdom teeth are coming in, your family dentist may recommend having them extracted as soon as possible. Here are the top […]

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Digital Smile Design

digital design dentistry

Today, most dental procedures and restorative services performed on patients across the globe are the result of injury, illness, or other issues that may impact their oral health and their smile. However, not all procedures offer the same results. Digital Smile Design (DSD) has exemplified the growing role of technology within the world or dentistry. […]

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Periodontitis – Its Causes, Warning Signs, and How to Prevent It

Periodontitis

Periodontitis, also generally called gum disease or periodontal disease, begins with a bacterial infection that causes a chronic inflammation of the gums and may end — if not properly treated — with tooth loss due to destruction of the tissue that surrounds your teeth. What is the Difference Between Periodontitis and Gingivitis, and Why is […]

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