Blog From Your Local Dentist In The City of Lougheed

Most people visit a general dentist when they go in for their annual dental visits rather than any other type of dentistry specialist. There's a very simple reason behind this scenario. Each field of dentistry (paediatric, cosmetic, orthodontic, periodontal, and so...

Christmas Eve is one of the most eagerly anticipated nights of the year. It is the night that presents are set under the Christmas tree to be opened on Christmas morning. But quite often it is nothing like the famous poem - 'all through the house, not a creature was...

Teethers are devices designed to be chewed on by infants during the teething period, providing relief and helping emerging baby teeth to break through the gum tissue. Teething rings and other teething toys are typically made of soft plastics, rubber, silicone, or even...

Hors d'oeuvres, dips, spreads and plenty of chips and crackers are what holiday parties thrive on. Fortunately, you needn't deprive yourself to keep your skinny vibe going. A little creativity and a few simple swaps will give you plenty of choices.   Smarter...

Tooth decay happens when the acid made by the bacteria in the mouth eats away at a tooth. This common oral disease affects most people at least once in their lifetime. However, it is easy to treat.   How can tooth decay be treated? If not treated, tooth decay can...

Finding a good insurance plan that can protect you against a sudden expense for dental treatment should be an important part of your financial strategy. After all, an unexpected root canal or the need for wisdom tooth extraction.   Finding Insurance: Ask Your...

As you eat, particles of food can become lodged in between your teeth. Unless you remove them, these particulates begin to break down. As they do so, they turn into acids and bacteria that can irritate the gums and cause tooth decay. When the gums become irritated,...

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...

After a tooth extraction (removal) has been completed by one of our dental health professionals at your Burnaby mall dentist, Lougheed Mall Dental Group, it's important to take proper care of the site to prevent infection, control bleeding and allow the gum tissue to...

Whether you're in a business meeting or a lunch date, halitosis or bad breath can ruin your whole day and your fabulous first impression. However, with these tips from your dentist at Lougheed Mall Dental, your Burnaby Lougheed Town Centre dentist, you can quickly fix...

If you suffer from dry mouth - especially in the summer - your dentist at Lougheed Mall Dental Group, 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...

One of the most common causes for worn teeth is bruxism. Bruxism refers to tooth grinding or jaw clenching, especially during sleep, which wears down your enamel at an accelerated rate. You may have bruxism and not be aware of it, so contact our Burnaby Lougheed Town...

Preventing cavities is sometimes not an easy task. Do you find yourself prone to getting a lot of dental cavities even though you brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily and visit Lougheed Mall Dental Group in Burnaby every six months for a regular checkup?  The...