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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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Is a dental implant better than getting a root canal?

Often this question is asked by a patient who is struggling to make a significant investment in their natural tooth that is significantly compromised.  The answer depends on many factors.  As a dentist in the Niagara and St. Catharines area, I try to help my patients in making the best decision for themselves.  I can […]

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Dr. Vlahos’ Favourite Tools of the Dental Trade

A VERY IMPORTANT PART of dentistry in Dr. Vlahos’ office in St. Catharines is having the right tools for the job. These tools are what make it possible for us to take care of our patients’ teeth, so we wanted to give them some time in the spotlight. Tried And True Dental Instruments Dental Scalers-Dental […]

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Your Child’s Teeth and Fluoride

Our municipality of St. Catharines does not add fluoride to our drinking water.  Fluoride can help prevent tooth decay by strengthening dental enamel.  Addition of fluoride to public drinking water can be a good public health measure to prevent tooth decay especially in those segments of our community who maybe prone to tooth decay.  However, […]

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