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 Dairy You
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 cause severe pai
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 Doctor for a Recomme
Have you noticed that your teeth are feeling loose in your mouth? Do your teeth seem like they are shifting around in your mouth? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then you might be experiencing gum disease on some level. In fact, the looser your teeth feel, the more l
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, they form blood bli
As a show of support for community and the future of dentistry, Dr. Khozema and Dr. Rokshana Chherawala recently sponsored a Conference Room and an Operatory Room at the University of British Columbia. The Conference Room is intended to foster education and patient-focused learning at
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 tooth that might requ
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 heal well e
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 your bad b