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See our dental health blog to get tips and advice from our Courtenay dentists that can help you achieve your optimal oral health.

How to Avoid Needing a Root Canal

While a root canal is an effective way to treat an infected tooth, it's always best to avoid needing one in the first place! We believe prevention is the first line of defence. Here, our Courtenay dentists explain how you can avoid needing a root canal.

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How to Know if You are Having a Dental Emergency or Not

Many people will have a dental emergency at some point, sometimes as a result of underlying oral health conditions or injuries. Our Courtenay dentists provide advice about how to know if your dental issue is an emergency, and what to do.

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How Can I Prevent Periodontitis?

Periodontal disease can negatively affect not only our oral health, but our overall physical health. Today, our Courtenay dentists define periodontitis and offer tips on what you can to help fight and avoid it.

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What Jaw Pain Means: What Causes It and How to Treat It

Jaw pain can indicate a dental issue such as a toothache, TMJ Disorder, or perhaps a more serious condition. In this post, our Courtenay dentists explain possible causes of jaw pain and what to do with those sore joints.

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How To Tell If You Need a Dental Filling

If you have a cavity, you will likely need a dental filling to restore your tooth. In this post, our Courtenay dentists explain why you'd need a filling, and describe different types to consider depending on your needs.

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How to Choose the Right Dentist for You

Are you looking for a dentist in Courtenay? Finding the right dentist can be a tricky task, so today our dentists are offering some advice to help you make the right choice.

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Can Children and Teens Get Their Teeth Whitened?

For a few important reasons, our Courtenay dentists advise against teeth whitening for children and young teens.

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How to Overcome Dental Anxiety

Anxiety or fear around dental appointments is very common, and it can prevent you from getting the dental care you need. Our Courtenay dentists explain what options are available to help you overcome your worries.

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When to Start Brushing Your Baby's Teeth

Baby teeth are essential for children's healthy oral development, and for the health of the whole body. That's why brushing them is so important. Here, our Courtenay dentists explain. 

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Sedation For Anxious Dental Patients

If you feel anxiety about visiting the dentist, you’re not alone. To help put our more anxious patients at ease, we offer dental sedation for a variety of dental procedures at our Courtenay dental clinic.

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