When you come to our office for your teeth cleaning and examination appointment, one of the many things your hygienist does is check the health of your gums. This is done by using a specific instrument which measures the health of your gum tissue. If she notices bleeding while cleaning your teeth, this also tells […]
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If you suffer from signs of sleep apnea such as extreme fatigue, chronic snoring, morning headaches, waking up either choking or gagging, or if your partner has complained because you are snoring very loudly at night, do not wait to get it treated. Are you aware that Dr. Slepchik can help you? It Could Turn
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You may think that in order to get your teeth fresh and clean that all you need is a toothbrush with toothpaste, but that is incorrect. Dr. Slepchik has a few tips to help you improve your dental hygiene and reduce cavities. Please read below. Use a Fluoride Toothpaste You may not know this, but
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One of the most basic treatments that we offer our patients here at Dr. Lenny Slepchik’s office is a dental bridge. Dental bridges are designed to help patients bridge the gap between a missing tooth or several missing teeth. As a single piece prosthetic, a dental bridge has two crowns that serve as anchors; these
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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 in Dr. Lenny Slepchik’s office. However, there are some other things— like chewing sugar-free gum— that can also help to make sure that your teeth stay
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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 vacation, Dr. Slepchik has created a list of a few things that
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If you have never had a cavity before, then you may not know the first thing about how you can spot it. Cavities are holes in your tooth that are caused by too much plaque and bacteria that have built up on it. Even though cavities are very common and easy to treat, some people
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Are you or your partner snoring? Are you awake during the night gasping for air ? There is a dental solution for both of these problems; the Dental Sleep Apnea Device (D-SAD).The D-SAD holds the lower jaw in a forward position while increasing the diameter of the respiratory track. It removes the primary source of
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Here at our office, we understand that not everyone is thrilled to have to come and see the dentist. Even though Dr. Lenny Slepchik is always gentle with patients, he is still a dentist that has to take a closer look into your mouth and teeth. To make sure that you stay calm and relaxed
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To help you understand dental bridges more, we have listed some frequently asked questions that our patients have asked us. FAQ: What Are Dental Bridges? A dental bridge helps to bridge the gap between two spaces. More specifically, dental bridges are single-piece prosthetics that have a false tooth or teeth attached to them which replace
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