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Dental Restorations: What to Do if You Knock Out a Tooth

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It’s safe to say we’ve all had an issue with a tooth before. Whether it’s a cavity, tooth chip or a toothache. But what happens if you knock a tooth out altogether? Your immediate thought might be “how can I live with this unsightly gap in my mouth?”, but our services can solve this too. […]

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2021 New Year Resolutions to Optimize Your Families Dental Health

St. Catherines Family Dentistry

Dr. Vlahos is a long-standing family dentistry practice based in St. Catharines, Ontario. Over the years, we have worked with countless families in helping them establish healthy smiles and routines. Our team believes any time is a great time to refresh your dental health routine, but why not do it going into the new year? […]

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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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5 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Smile this Summer

7 Habits for Naturally White Teeth

The weather in St. Catherines and surrounding regions is finally on par with spring and summer standards, and the team here at Dr. Vlahos Dentistry is so excited to enjoy the warm weather and longer days. As we add more activities and commitments to our schedule, we can sometimes get off track with sustaining our […]

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How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?

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Do you recall the last time you replaced your toothbrush? It’s normal for us to throw out expired foods, restock vitamins and supplements, and replace our beauty products often, but when it comes to our dental hygiene, it doesn’t get as much attention or thought as other areas of our regimen. Swapping out your old […]

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Connecting the Dots: Diabetes & Oral Health

Diabetes, or hypertension is a disease that affects millions of people from various social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. In 2017, 7.3% of Canadians aged 12 and older (roughly 2.3 million people) reported being diagnosed with diabetes. It is safe practice for those diagnosed with diabetes to monitor glucose levels, diet, activity, and more to keep […]

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Eating After a Root Canal

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  After undergoing a root canal, you may have a few concerns about diet and routine changes for a few days while the tooth heals. Although, modern-day procedures are fairly comfortable, and recovery is pretty quick; few precautions are necessary but there are some things you should note. You should pay attention to your eating […]

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Combating Tooth Decay – Controlling Your Diet

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When consuming sugary and starchy foods or drinks, you may not realize it, but you’re potentially feeding the plaque that can cause problems in your mouth. Here’s a list of food items you should add to your diet and foods you should steer clear of if you’re looking to prevent any possibilities of tooth decay […]

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