Before the Next Game: Does Your Child’s Sports Mouthguard Still Fit? New skates? Check. Water bottle? Check. But when did you last check your child’s sports mouthguard? For active families in Coquitlam, fall often means hockey, ringette, basketball, and other fast-moving sports. You probably check your child’s helmet, shoes, and other equipment before a new
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Halloween treats can be part of the fun without compromising your family’s oral health. Learn which candies are more likely to cause problems, how timing matters, and simple ways to protect your teeth.
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Have you noticed a sharp pain when chewing on one side of your mouth?Pain when biting can happen for several reasons. Some causes are minor, while others need prompt dental attention. The discomfort may appear suddenly or develop slowly. It may also disappear as soon as you stop applying pressure. That does not always mean
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Why Do Your Gums Bleed When You Brush? A Coquitlam Dentist Explains You finish brushing and notice a little pink in the sink. Should you be worried? Bleeding gums are common, especially when gum tissue becomes irritated or inflamed. However, frequent bleeding deserves attention. Healthy gums usually should not bleed during gentle brushing or flossing.
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Teeth cannot actually itch like skin, but the tissues around them can create an itchy or ticklish sensation. Learn what may cause it and when to seek dental care.
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Does a breath of cold air make your teeth suddenly hurt? Discover common causes of tooth sensitivity and when the symptom deserves a dental assessment.
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Are your teeth more yellow near the gums than at the edges? Learn why colour can vary across a tooth and when professional dental care may help.
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Does one tooth seem to touch before all the others when you bite? Learn what can cause a “high” tooth and when that change needs a dental assessment.
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Your gums can bleed without feeling painful. Learn why this happens, what your brushing and flossing habits may reveal, and when to book a dental assessment.
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Do your teeth feel rough or fuzzy when you run your tongue across them? Discover common causes and when that texture change deserves a dental checkup.
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