What are the most important and most effective at-home dental tools you can use? Simply: a toothbrush, toothpaste and floss! There are...

In the mood for some jokes? These dentist-themed jokes are sure to bring a smile to your face! Fair warning: quite a few of the following...

‘Tis the season for merriment, giving, and gatherings with loved ones – which usually means lots of delicious food and drinks! Red wine,...

It can be difficult to eat healthy during the holidays, when holiday get-togethers, rich food, sweet desserts and strong drinks abound....

If you have a dental bridge, braces, fixed retainers or dentures with retainer bars, you might be wondering how you can still clean...

Have you ever heard that thumbsucking can make a child’s teeth grow crooked? It’s not an urban myth; it is unfortunately quite true!...

Water flossing vs. string floss: Which is better? Though some people swear by one or the other, the truth is that there are pros and cons...

Have your allergies been acting up lately? If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you’re likely battling with itchy eyes, a runny nose,...

Have you ever had a sinus toothache? If you have, you know how uncomfortable, distracting and painful they can be. Fortunately, tooth...

Nobody likes having a toothache or a sinus infection – and it’s all too easy to mistake the two! Sinus pressure or infection can make it...

With any kind of dental surgery, caring properly for yourself and your mouth helps ensure that your mouth heals quickly and cleanly. With...

Here at Vancouver Pacific Family Dentistry, we’ve seen it all – and that includes people who have caused permanent damage to their gums...

Oral thrush, or oropharyngeal candidiasis, is a fungal infection in the mouth caused by a yeast called Candida. Some amounts of Candida...

Summertime temperatures are heating up! In need of a healthy, cold treat? We've got a fantastically fresh, dentist-approved, no sugar...

Does fear of the dentist prevent you from getting the dental care you need? About one-third of American adults have dental anxiety, with...

It’s a busy time of year, with proms, graduations, weddings, warm weather events and festivals galore! The last thing you want while...

Habitual teeth grinding, aka bruxism, wears down teeth over time and greatly increases your risk of damaged teeth and gums. Sleep bruxism...

Do you ever find yourself grinding or clenching your teeth? It’s a pretty common reaction to stress and anxiety, and whether consciously...

What are the best foods and drinks for a healthy mouth? In general, what’s good for your body is also good for your teeth. For example,...

Do you ever think about how much your teeth help you speak? Read this sentence out loud and pay attention to how much your teeth come...