Feeling afraid to go to the dentist happens frequently. Many patients have had prior bad experiences that makes them feel anxious. However, dental fears shouldn’t keep you away from the dentist and allow you to neglect your dental health. Let’s look at some ways you can manage your dental fears and how sedation dentistry can help you.… Read More »
-
Posted on: Jun 30 2023
-
By: editor
While brushing your teeth is something many people learn early, there is always room for improvement. So whether you’re looking to improve your teeth brushing skills or you’re helping someone else brush, this post will help you. Importance of Teeth Brushing Brushing your teeth is an essential part of maintaining oral hygiene. Brushing your teeth is crucial… Read More »
-
Posted on: May 15 2023
-
By: editor
In the oral care aisle of your pharmacy, you will see numerous products that claim to help you keep your teeth and gums healthy. However, one specific product that will allow you to keep your smile healthier is the addition of mouthwash into your daily dental routine. What Is Mouthwash? Mouthwash is an oral hygiene… Read More »
-
Posted on: Apr 30 2023
-
By: editor
When you visit Dr. Lenny Slepchik’s office and his team in downtown Montreal, you may be told by your dental hygienist that you would benefit from using an electric toothbrush. But why are electric toothbrushes more desirable? Are they really more effective at keeping the teeth and gums clean? Our team is here to educate… Read More »
-
Posted on: Apr 15 2023
-
By: editor
When you visit the dental office and need to have dental x-rays completed, our team in Dr. Lenny Slepchik’s office in downtown Montreal will always ask if you are pregnant. And for a good reason ! There is a lot of misinformation surrounding dental x-rays and pregnancy, leaving many women unsure about whether or not… Read More »
-
Posted on: Jan 15 2023
-
By: editor
If you find yourself with a sharp pain or dull discomfort of the teeth when enjoying ice cream or hot beverages, you may think that you have a cavity. However, there are situations like this that can arise if you have sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity is a common dental concern that affects many of our… Read More »
-
Posted on: Nov 15 2022
-
By: editor
Patients who have been diagnosed by their medical doctor with diabetes understand that this chronic condition can have a major impact on the body and your overall health. However, they may be unaware of the problems that high blood sugar can cause in your dental health and smile as well. Dental issues linked to diabetes… Read More »
-
Posted on: Oct 30 2022
-
By: editor
Taking good care of your oral health is essential to avoiding problems such as periodontal disease and tooth decay. During National Dental Hygiene Month, Dr. Lenny Slepchik and his team in downtown Montreal educate patients on four common bad dental habits: Skipping dental appointments – It is so important that you see your dentist and… Read More »
-
Posted on: Oct 15 2022
-
By: editor
We are all aware that smoking cigarettes is not good for your health. But do you know that it has a serious impact on your oral as well as overall health and well-being? We would like to explain how smoking impacts your teeth, gums, and oral health: Teeth discoloration. One of the most obvious ways smoking… Read More »
-
Posted on: Aug 30 2022
-
By: editor
A black triangle in dentistry is a small, triangular-shaped area of the tooth that is missing. These black triangles are most commonly found between the two front teeth (the incisors) but can also occur between other teeth. Dr. Lenny Slepchik will diagnose and discuss your treatment options. What causes black triangles? Black triangles can be… Read More »
-
Posted on: Aug 15 2022
-
By: editor