Causes & Types of Sleep Apnea
Those who suffer from sleep apnea experience frequent pauses in their breathing during sleep. Here is a brief explanation of the causes of sleep apnea.
The Clover Hills Dental Blog
Read the Clover Hills Dental Blog for advice, tips and important information from our Surrey dentists about your dental treatment options, and maintaining your oral health.
Why are my dentures loose?
Dentures can sometimes become loose and stop fitting as well as they did when you first got them. Here's a little about why and what you can do about loose fitting dentures.
How long do dental implants take to heal?
There are multiple steps to the dental implant process which means that more than one healing stage may be needed. Here's a little about what you can expect.
If left untreated, how will sleep apnea affect my health?
When you suffer from sleep apnea experience pauses in your breathing while you are asleep; in short, you’re having brief bouts of suffocation. Sleep apnea can lead to a wide range of serious health problems if left untreated.
Improve Your Flossing Technique
If you'd like to do a better job flossing, here are some tips to help you improve your flossing technique.
How Implant-Supported Dentures Work
As you might guess, an implant-supported denture is supported by, and attached to, a dental implant. But here's a little more about how they work.
How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Mental Health
Sleep Apnea has a variety of obvious effects on the body, but many people don’t realize that it can have a negative impact on mental health as well.
Which type of electric toothbrush should I purchase?
Are you considering purchasing an electric toothbrush? Here are some tips from our dentists on how to choose the best electric toothbrush for you.
How do dental implants feel?
Patients often ask us if dental implants will feel like their natural teeth. Implants are a popular tooth replacement option because they give wearers a very natural look and feel. But how natural do they really feel?
Celebrities Who Have Worn Invisalign
Invisalign’s main benefit is that it’s almost invisible when worn, and this make it the ideal orthodontic treatment choice for celebrities, who are almost constantly in the limelight.
Should I be using mouthwash?
Mouthwash help's to rinse away food debris and bacteria after brushing, but it's not an essential part of a good oral hygiene routine. However, it doesn’t do any harm either, and might help to fight bad breath.
How long do dental implants last?
Dental implants are a type of dental restoration that permanently replaces missing teeth. Dental implants look, feel and work just like natural teeth, and with proper care, the can last for decades.
After Invisalign: What’s Next?
If you’re coming up to the end of your Invisalign treatment, you may be wondering what happens next. Here’s what to expect once your treatment is complete!
How to Keep Your Gums Healthy
You probably won't be surprised to learn that keeping your gums healthy requires many of the same steps as keeping your teeth healthy.
Preparing for Your Dental Sedation Appointment
If you are scheduled to undergo dental treatment under sedation, here’s how you should prepare for a safe and successful appointment.
Invisalign Teen: Compliance Indicators
Invisalign aligners are removable, meaning patients can remove them to eat, drink, and care for their teeth. This can make it tempting to remove them more often that prescribed… and that’s where compliance indicators come in.
Components of a Good Oral Hygiene Routine
An effective dental hygiene routine is about much more than brushing and flossing your teeth. To maintain your oral health and keep your teeth and gums disease-free, follow the steps outlined below.
How is Invisalign Teen Different from Standard Invisalign Treatment?
Invisalign straightens your teeth over a period of months via a series of clear aligners. Invisalign has also designed a line to meet the specific needs of teenagers. Our Surrey dentists explain why Invisalign Teen is a great choice for adolescent patients.
Dealing with Dental Anxiety
Anxiety and fear around visiting the dentist are very common. Our Surrey dentists offer advice and tips to help you manage your dental anxiety.
Will I Need a Bone Graft for My Dental Implant?
Dental implants make a durable replacement for missing teeth that look, function and feel just like natural teeth. However, they are also the most invasive option, and sometimes require supplementary procedures, such as bone grafts.
Can My Dentist Really Tell if I Haven’t Been Flossing?
You may be able to hide the fact that you're not flossing consistently from your dentist for a while, but she will eventually be able to tell.
Can Adults Get Invisalign?
Many adults often think orthodontic treatment is just for kids and teens, and that as adults, they're stuck with their uneven smiles. In fact, anyone with healthy teeth and gums can have their teeth straightened, and our Surrey dentists consider Invisalign to be an ideal treatment option for adults. Here’s why.
CPAP Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is a highly effective sleep apnea therapy option. Here, our Surrey dentists describe how CPAP works, and how it can help you get a better night’s sleep.
Dental Implants vs. Dental Bridges
Dental implants and dental bridges are dental restorations that fill the space left by missing teeth.When prescribing either of these restorations to a patient, our Surrey dentist will take the following factors into consideration.
Straight Smile Centres Wins 2018 Vancouver Consumer Choice Award
Straight Smile Centres is proud to announce that we’ve been selected as a winner of the 2018 Vancouver Consumer Choice Awards, in the Health & Wellness category!
Teeth Whitening: How White is Too White?
If you’re thinking about having your teeth whitened, you may be wondering: how white is too white? Here are some things to keep in mind when it comes to teeth whitening that will help avoid going too far.
Soft Diet Options with New Dentures
When you first get new dentures, it will take some time for your mouth to adjust to them. Here are a few soft food suggestions that will allow you to eat comfortably during this time, without being bored.
Do I Have Sleep Apnea or Am I Just Snoring?
Sleep apnea and snoring are two different problems, although they do have several similarities. Here, our Surrey dentists explain how you can tell the difference.
Dental Sedation For Patients with Special Needs
Sedation can be a very useful tool when it comes to helping patients with special needs undergo dental treatment. At Clover Hills dental in Surrey, it's our mission to make sure that each of our patients receives the care he or she needs, safely and comfortably.
Teeth Whitening Risks
The risks associated with teeth whitening are relatively insignificant, but there are still some important factors our Surrey dentists want patients to keep in mind when they are considering this cosmetic dental procedure.