Archive:  January 2024

24
Jan
2024

Top sources of tooth pain and its treatment

by Riverside Heights Dental January 24th, 2024 in Dental Services
Tooth pain may be caused by cavities, teeth grinding, broken or cracked teeth, wisdom teeth or exposed roots. Tooth pain treatments include fillings, root canals, crowns, extractions and gum grafts.
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19
Jan
2023

What are the causes and treatment for gum recession?

by Riverside Heights Dental January 19th, 2023 in Dental Services
Aesthetics and pain/sensitivities caused by gum recession are good reasons people seek gum graft treatment at our north Surrey dental practice.
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17
Jan
2022

Can whitening toothpaste harm your teeth?

by Riverside Heights Dental January 17th, 2022 in Dental Services
Whitening toothpastes can only help with surface-level staining, and can cause damage when used incorrectly.
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20
Jan
2020

When should I choose veneers over crowns?

by Riverside Heights Dental January 20th, 2020 in Dental Health
Veneers and dental crowns are common types of dental restorations but whether you use one or the other depends on the the issues they’re addressing. Generally, veneers are helpful for aest
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31
Jan
2019

What are Gum Grafts?

by Riverside Heights Dental January 31st, 2019 in Dental Services
The gums are the soft tissue that protect the roots of your teeth. In some individuals, this tissue can recede resulting in what is called “gingival recession”. If the problem has gotten extreme, then gum surgeries known as gum grafts may be required to fix it.
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31
Jan
2018

Protect Your Teeth When Practicing Winter Sports

by Riverside Heights Dental January 31st, 2018 in Dental Health
Keeping your teeth and gums in top shape while your participate in winter sports and activities can be tough, especially if you are participating in high contact or dangerous sports. To help to prevent oral injury, your dentist may recommend the use of a mouth guard while participating in winter sports and activities.
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12
Jan
2018

Why Oral Cancer Screenings Are Important

by Riverside Heights Dental January 12th, 2018 in Dental Health
A cancer diagnosis is never something that anyone wants to experience. The exact cause of oral cancer is unknown, however certain lifestyle choices can contribute to it. Like any cancer, early detection is key, and oral cancer can be effectively treated if caught early enough.
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12
Jan
2018

Pediatric Dentistry in Surrey and Vancouver

by Riverside Heights Dental January 12th, 2018 in Dental Services
A pediatric dentist’s first concern is always that children have a healthy and functional mouth, no matter the child’s current state of development. Pediatric dental specialists take additional years of schooling in order to specialize in this type of dentistry, proving their commitment and dedication to providing appropriate dental service to children and youth.
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