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My gums are inflamed. What can I do?
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.

Inflamed gums are a fairly common dental issue, but unfortunately, many people don't take the problem seriously enough. If you ignore inflamed gums and continue your usual routine, you could Read more
Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more
How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.

Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the Canadian Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read more
The ABCs of Vitamin C
posted: Aug. 22, 2023.

A as in Ascorbic Acid Ascorbic acid is just another name for vitamin C, which is one of the so-called “essential nutrients.” These are nutrients that are necessary for our bodies Read more
Forget Something? It’s on the Tip of Your Tongue!
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.

Let’s see… Toothbrush? Check. Fluoride toothpaste? Check. Floss? Check. Two minutes of thorough brushing? Check. Careful cleaning around your brackets and wires? Check. Wait… there’s something else… it’s right on the tip of your… Ah! Your tongue! Read more
Treating Gum Disease with Antibiotics
posted: Aug. 08, 2023.

Why does gum disease develop? Our mouths are home to bacteria, which form a film called plaque. Plaque sticks to the surfaces of our teeth, at the gumline, and can Read more
The Dog Days of Summer
posted: Aug. 01, 2023.

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more
Camping Oral Health Tips
posted: Jul. 25, 2023.

If your idea of camping is a quiet walk through the woods before returning to your rustic hotel, your regular brushing habits will be perfect for your trip. But if Read more
Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.

Two studies – one conducted in Washington State, and whose findings were published in the Journal of Pediatric Dentistry in 2004, and another conducted in Madrid, Spain, and whose findings Read more
When was your last dental checkup?
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.

While the doctor and our team tell you daily oral hygiene habits, such as brushing and flossing, are essential to optimal oral health, regular dental checkups at Vista Dental ensure Read more
Summer Sports and Mouthguards
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.

School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other Read more
Why Visiting the Emergency Room for Your Dental Problem isn’t a Good Idea
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.

Emergency rooms are for emergencies, so before you head to the hospital because of a dental problem, you need to ask yourself this question: Is what you're experiencing really a Read more
Caring for Your Cat’s Dental Health
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.

While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our Medicine Hat, office, there is one family member that Read more
Ouch! Are You Biting Your Cheeks More Often?
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.

You’re biting into something delicious, and, Ouch! You bite into something you didn’t mean to—the inside of your tender cheek. Painful moments like this happen every now and again. But if Read more
June is National Dairy Month!
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.

People have known for a long time that including dairy in their diets can help maintain healthy bones and even help promote weight loss. But what you may not know Read more
Don’t Let Craze Lines Faze You
posted: May 30, 2023.

You’re getting ready for a night out, or you’re checking to make sure you removed every bit of spinach after eating, or you’re practicing your best selfie smile . . Read more