Maintaining good oral hygiene in the Kelowna area is essential to overall health and wellness. Your teeth and gums are the foundation of great personal health. Most of us in the Kelowna area brush our teeth twice a day. This is good practice and makes for a good start to your oral health. However, many…
At Love Your Smile – Dr. Stephen Malfair, we are to educating patients. We know that optimal dental health depends on good habits, so we want you to have all the information you need to practice those habits. We make sure we explain all procedures and answer our patients’ questions. We also explain how to…
Keeping your teeth clean is an essential factor in maintaining a beautiful smile. One of the benefits of visiting your dentist commonly is receiving a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of your brushing habits. Your Partner in Oral Health Our dental hygienist can professionally clean and polish your teeth at your twice-yearly dental check-up….
Most Kelowna residents know that frequently eating foods high in sugar can cause cavities. Therefore, it’s important to limit candy, soda, cookies, etc. Also, remember that frequency is as dangerous as the amount of sugar. Research has found that a higher frequency in sugar consumption may lead to demineralization more than the amount of sugar…
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone. Even individuals who practice impeccable oral hygiene can suffer from the condition. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at Love Your Smile – Dr. Stephen Malfair in Kelowna. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination,…
Going to the dentist in Kelowna is often considered to be a dreaded task for many people in British Columbia. However, a good dentist can make all the difference in how you view your dental visits. We came up with ten great reasons to love your dentist and visit often. Here they are: ONE: Personalized Care…
If you’ve ever visited a grocery store dental aisle, you know that there are many different types of mouthwash. Some tout their germ-killing abilities, others emphasize their fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. These are all great benefits, but will they help meet your oral care needs? Many individuals…
What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has an essential job. It protects the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar bone in which your teeth are anchored. What is gum…
Individuals get food stuck in and between their teeth all the time. Most of the time it is not a problem to get the food unstuck with floss or a toothbrush and move on with your day. However, once in a while there is a pesky piece of food that seems almost impossible to get…
The effectiveness of teeth bleaching depends partly on the types of stains. Extrinsic tooth stains are the best to remove. These surface stains have not yet penetrated through the enamel into the dentin. Extrinsic stains are caused by dark-colored foods and drinks like blueberries, carrots, coffee, red wine, and cola. And nicotine is no better…
