Canada Place Dental & Wellness

03/13/2015

Have you heard of oil pulling? It is a way of detoxifying & cleaning one’s teeth and gums. Here’s an interesting article explaining its history and how to do it yourself. http://bit.ly/1g12NSf

Oil Pulling is an ancient practice that has gained modern popularity in promoting oral health by reducing bacteria, plaque, and infection in the...

03/11/2015

Harvard University scientists have triggered naturally occurring dental stem cells to regrow teeth in rats. The work is a step toward developing a new form of dental therapy that could be used in people and also represents a broader shift in thinking about how to trigger the body’s natural regenerative capacity. http://bit.ly/1nGdZHx

With a simple, low-power laser, Harvard University scientists have triggered naturally-occurring dental stem cells to regrow teeth in rats. The...

03/06/2015

Are you interested in being a dental hygienist? Here’s a nice graphic about their roles in dentistry http://bit.ly/1Ebh2Ru

By proudly representing dental hygiene, you are simultaneously ensuring exciting career options and displaying your vast knowledge in the field of...

03/04/2015

Good oral health could impact severity of Rheumatoid Arthritis http://bit.ly/1Akk3rV

Rheumatologists are now recommending periodontal evaluation and treatment for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

02/27/2015

Here is some great information for mamas and mamas–to-be http://bit.ly/1zcT5Bf

Check out our dental infographic to learn quick and easy tips for dental health and be sure to share it with other first time moms, friends, and...

02/25/2015

Wow! Here’s a very powerful visual regarding hidden sugar in every day beverages. Remember, your sugar intake has an impact on oral health as well your general well-being. http://bit.ly/1xIyzLz

Calories from sugar in drinks can add up quickly. Hover your mouse over each beverage to find out how much added sugar is in common sugary drinks. Remember: Limit added sugar per day to 13 tsp or less from all sources.

02/25/2015

Cost is still the largest factor in Canadians lack of dentistry visits. http://bit.ly/1DhMYl7

Canada’s most vulnerable populations have highest rates of dental pain, decay and disease, and worst access to care

02/20/2015

Do you watch MasterChef Canada? One of the home cooks to get on the show is a dental hygienist from Vernon! http://bit.ly/16vD9DL

A Vernon home cook who moonlights as a dental hygienist during the day could be crowned Canada’s next MasterChef.

Jennifer Innis is a finalis.

02/18/2015

There are two images. For Valentine’s Day I was going to use the one with the quote “And when you smile, The whole world stops and stares for a while”

02/13/2015

02/11/2015

"Tooth loss could be used as an early marker of mental and physical decline in older age, particularly among 60-74 year-olds" http://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-12-tooth-loss-linked-mind-body.html

The memory and walking speeds of adults who have lost all of their teeth decline more rapidly than in those who still have some of their own teeth,...