If you have shooting pain or dull pain in your mouth, our number one piece of advice is to come into our office for an appointment. However, if you can’t come to see us for a couple of days, we have a few ways that you can find relief from your toothache or at least… Read More »
You are what you eat, and your teeth are no exception. If you eat a diet full of fattening sugary foods, your mouth may be choc-full of cavities. As we ease into fall, consider making some healthier changes to improve your smile by changing how you snack. Let’s take a closer look at three different… Read More »
You may think that the only thing you need to have to get a clean, healthy smile is a toothbrush and some toothpaste, but you also need another easy too: dental floss. Dental floss isn’t just affordable, but it’s just as necessary for you to use as a toothbrush. By getting in between your teeth,… Read More »
Waking up and experiencing a surge of dental pain isn’t something that anyone wants to experience. Two of the most common oral conditions that cause this type of pain are either a cavity or an abscess. So, what are the differences between these two, and how can hey be treated? Let’s take a closer look… Read More »
Having a missing filling is something that can be obvious to some people and not so apparent to others. With the average composite filing lasting about 10-15 years if you are coming up on that time frame, then you may be wondering when you’re going to need to have yours replaced. The good news is… Read More »
If you’re heading somewhere south this summer for summer vacation, then your plans may be to lay out, rinse, and repeat. Even though the whole point of going on vacation is to get away from your regular, everyday routine, there are a few things that you should still keep doing like taking good care of… Read More »
Finding out that you have a cavity or gum disease may seem a bit devastating on your end, but as two of the most common things that we see people for at our office, they aren’t much to worry about. Plus, the good news about gum disease is that as long as it is caught… Read More »
You may think that in order to get your teeth fresh and clean that all you need is a toothbrush and some toothpaste, but there’s more to it. Even though you can’t go wrong with the basics, Dr. Slepchik has a few tips to help you improve your dental hygiene and fight extra hard against… Read More »
When you think about taking good care of your teeth, you probably have a few things that come to mind like brushing your teeth, flossing, and getting regular cleanings from Dr. Lenny Slepchik. However, there are some other things— like chewing sugar-free gum— that can also help to make sure that your teeth stay healthier… Read More »
Even though Canada has such diverse and beautiful scenery, it’s safe to say that we also have some of the longest and coldest winters around— or at least, that’s how it feels anyway. If you are heading somewhere a lot warmer for spring break vacation, Dr. Slepchik has created a list of a few things… Read More »