We all go to the dentist for exams and cleanings, but there are other less-obvious issues that we can help you with at Love Your Smile in Kelowna. In this post, we talk about some of them. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, but bad breath can be…
You know the saying: you are what you eat. This message from Love Your Smile dentistry in Kelowna examines the link between what you eat, and your dental health. Your diet can impact your risk of cavities, enamel health, and gum condition. Healthy foods provide an environment that can prevent inflammation and infection. Vegetables, fruits,…
A smile communicates your emotions more precisely than words can ever do. The absence of a smile also sends a clear message. If problems with your teeth keep you from smiling, cosmetic treatment from Love Your Smile in Kelowna can correct them. Do you ever think about how your close-lipped facial expressions impact other people’s…
Flossing can be a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Love Your Smile in Kelowna are constantly reminding our patients to ‘brush and floss!’ Flossing is crucial. You’ll never hear one of…
This post from Love Your Smile in Kelowna focuses on fluoride: What is it, exactly, and why is it so good for your dental health? The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. It occurs naturally in different foods as well as in water. Many communities adjust the fluoride content of their municipal…
If you need another reason to keep your gums as healthy as possible, read this post from Love Your Smile in Kelowna. Scientists have found a connection between a bacteria that causes periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. A bacteria called Porphyomonas gingivalis contributes to chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the brains…
In this post from Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we will be discussing the often misunderstood subject of wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth are sometimes called the third molars because they are even farther back in the mouth than the two sets of regular molars we all have. These four teeth usually erupt when a person…
At Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we make every effort to keep our patients comfortable. Though our chairs are cushy as can be, we are not only talking about physical comfort here. We are talking about peace of mind. Here are four ways we are dedicated to your peace of mind at Love Your Smile:…
If you are unhappy with your smile, you don’t have to live with it. With dental aesthetics from Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we can make positive changes to your smile. When we design a smile, we carefully analyze the macroesthetics (larger facial characteristics and relationships between bone structure, tooth size, and shape) and microesthetics…
Not everything was better back in the good old days. Take dentures: they’ve been around for generations and have improved many lives, but implant-supported dentures from Love Your Smile in Kelowna are proving to be a superior option. Traditional dentures can impede many essential functions. You may know denture wearers who have stopped attending social…