Breaking Bad Oral Habits
- posted: May 16, 2023
The effects of bad oral habits are something our team sees all too often. You might have bad oral habits that stem from childhood, possibly because your parents did not Read More
Beneficial Beverage or Damaging Drink?
- posted: May 09, 2023
Talking about a healthy diet usually means talking about food. After all, our teeth and gums need protein, vitamins, and minerals to stay strong and free from cavities and gum Read More
The Best DH in Baseball
- posted: May 02, 2023
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read More
Is sedation dentistry right for me?
- posted: Apr. 25, 2023
At Dental Designs, we are well-aware of the millions of Canadians who fear having to visit the dentist. Dental phobias are known to range anywhere from feeling mildly nervous to Read More
Make Every Day Earth Day
- posted: Apr. 18, 2023
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read More
Good Dental Hygiene Impacts Overall General Health
- posted: Apr. 11, 2023
There are many ways in which your oral health has an impact on your overall general health. There are naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth. Some of those bacteria, including Read More
Sealants: What are they and how do they help?
- posted: Apr. 04, 2023
Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant Read More
Adults Can Get Cavities, Too
- posted: Mar. 28, 2023
There are some things we just don’t miss about being a kid. Getting grounded? A thing of the past. Curfew? Not happening. Confiscating our cell phones? As if. Cavities? While Read More
What is gingivitis, and how can I treat it?
- posted: Mar. 21, 2023
Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease that results when bacteria in your mouth cause inflammation in your gums. This is a common condition, and you can treat it Read More
Go Green for St. Patrick's Day
- posted: Mar. 14, 2023
Millions of people, around Winnipeg, Manitoba and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read More
Preventing Toddler Tooth Decay
- posted: Mar. 07, 2023
You do everything you can to protect your toddler with safeguards large and small. Installing that complicated car seat. Figuring out which sunscreen is best for delicate skin. Spending weeks Read More
Are My Child’s Baby Teeth on Schedule?
- posted: Feb. 28, 2023
Your darling three-month old is crying and fussy—can she be teething already? Or, your happy baby boy has just celebrated his first birthday—with only one tooth in that beautiful, gummy Read More
Sleep Apnea and Snoring
- posted: Feb. 21, 2023
Snoring may not be something you take seriously. You might even laugh or joke about it. But the fact is, anytime you or your partner snore to the point of Read More
Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
- posted: Feb. 14, 2023
From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read More
Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health
- posted: Feb. 07, 2023
We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly Read More
How to Handle a Dental Emergency
- posted: Jan. 31, 2023
Whether it’s a broken tooth or injured gums, a dental emergency can interfere with eating, speaking, or other day-to-day activities. According to the Canadian Dental Association, you can sometimes prevent Read More