Why Dental Extractions are Necessary

Posted on Jul 26, 2012 Dental extractions (removing teeth) may be a necessary procedure to prevent tooth misalignment in the case of wisdom teeth or to maintain the health of your other teeth and gums. Extractions nowadays are relatively quick and painless, so if you suspect you have a tooth that might require removal, contact your Burnaby dentist, Highgate Dental, today to book an appointment. If it isn’t...
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Why Should I Floss? Dental Floss FAQ & How To [VIDEO]

Posted on Jul 19, 2012 “Why should I floss?” is a frequent question asked by many patients at your Burnaby dentist, Highgate Medical Dental. In fact, flossing is one of the most important habits in any good oral health routine. Dental floss helps remove any food particles trapped between the teeth and lowers your chances of plaque build-up. Despite the fact that most patients understand the answer to...
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Getting to The Root of the Problem: What is Root Canal Therapy?

Posted on Jul 12, 2012 Have you been told that you require root canal therapy? It’s important to understand what root canal therapy involves so you don’t feel any unnecessary stress when you come to your Burnaby dentist Highgate Medical Dental for the actual procedure. Stress can make your experience at the dentist far more difficult than it actually has to be. What is a Root Canal? The Root Canal is the...
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Receding Gums 101: What Are Receding Gums?

Posted on Jul 5, 2012 One of the most common questions asked to dental professionals is: “what are receding gums?”. In simple terms, receding gums are a result of gum disease — causing your gums to have a “receding” appearance. What causes receding gums? Typically, gum disease plays the largest role in causing receding gums. In simple terms, bacteria that enters the oral cavity as a...
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Afraid of Going to the Dentist? Discover The Cure for Dental Fears

Posted on Jun 28, 2012 Dentists generally have a bad reputation. Expressions such as “It’s like pulling teeth” and “I’d rather get a root canal” are proof that doing something painful and hard is often compared to going to the dentist. In fact, going to the dentist is shown as something to be endured, not enjoyed. However, it doesn’t have to be that way at all – and...
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Dry Mouth? Here’s What You Can Do!

Posted on Jun 21, 2012 If you suffer from dry mouth – especially in the summer – Highgate Medical Dental, your Burnaby dentist, has some valuable tips on what you can do to relieve your dry mouth symptoms and enjoy yourself, whatever the season! Offer Yourself a Mint or Two If you suffer from dry mouth, try a sugar-free mint, preferably one that has a strong and natural flavour such as spearmint. Mints...
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