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Sedation Options For Your Child

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  No matter their age, it’s always difficult seeing your child in pain or discomfort. When they’re in pain, so are you. Unfortunately, a lot of kids are scared of the dentist which can make a simple check-up a source of terror for them. The good news is, there are plenty of safe sedation options […]

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Things Every Parent Should Know About Baby Teeth

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Welcoming a new bundle of joy to the world can be such an exciting time. The team at Dr. Vlahos, your dedicated St. Catharines family dentist, is always thrilled to meet new baby clients and young families. We are proud to have many clients, from newborns to elderly folks, in our dentist chairs. We have […]

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How to Ease Anxiety When Visiting the Dentist

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The team here at Dr. Vlahos has been serving dedicated St. Catherine’s family dental services for over 20 years. Across this time, we have come across various patients, from young children to elderly patients. We also understand that some patients experience feelings of anxiety when it comes to visiting us. We have put together this […]

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Top 5 Reasons To Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed By A Family Dentist In St. Catharines

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  Wisdom teeth—we all get them, many of us have had them removed. Cropping up between the ages of 16 and 25, these malicious molars can be problematic for young adults everywhere. If your wisdom teeth are coming in, your family dentist may recommend having them extracted as soon as possible. Here are the top […]

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Choosing a Suitable Toothbrush

These days, choosing a toothbrush is a more difficult task than it once was. The choice isn’t just between electric and manual, or blue or green. Each brand offers a selection of colours, styles, and bristles making it difficult to pick the right one. While the colour of your toothbrush may matter to you, it’s […]

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Caring for Your Child’s Teeth

When at a young, tender age, children depend on their parents or guardians to care and provide for them in every aspect including looking after their general physical health. When it comes to dental care, there are so many methods to protect your child’s teeth and gums in addition to brushing and flossing.  Depending on […]

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What is Invisalign? How does it work?

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Invisalign is a newer orthodontic treatment that can accurately align your teeth. Invisalign uses clear aligners developed from computer-generated images and impressions taken directly from your mouth by Dr. Vlahos to change the position of your teeth. […]

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Athletic Mouthguard’s Protect Our Athletes

How to Handle Common Dental Emergencies Effectively

If you play a contact sport like football or hockey, you’ll want to schedule a dentist appointment with Dr. Vlahos to be fitted for a custom mouth guard. Our sports dentistry professionals have put together this post to explain how mouth guards help prevent sports dental injuries and even concussions. […]

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I am terrified of going to the dentist, what can I do about it?

Many patients dislike going to the dentist, but some have a debilitating fear that prevents them for receiving timely treatment that they require.  These patients avoid the dentist at all costs and allow dental problems to develop to the point where they are in excruciating pain.  This situation is very difficult to manage both for […]

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