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Colborne Family Dental offers comprehensive dental care services in Oshawa. We believe in educating our patients to take care of their teeth and prevent serious oral health disorders. Our blog page is regularly updated to provide you with all the information about oral health, preventive care and other latest developments in dentistry.

Read on to learn more about dental care.

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Diabetes and Oral Health

Diabetes and Oral Health

Diabetes and Oral Health

Diabetes Mellitus, more commonly referred to as Diabetes, is an extremely common disease. There are more than 5.7 million Canadians...

Oct 31, 2022

Importance of Flouride

Importance of Flouride

Importance of Flouride

Fluoride is a mineral that is found in our bones and teeth. Apart from these, Fluoride is naturally found in water, soil, plants, air and...

Sep 22, 2022

What to Look for in Your Toothpaste to Prevent Dental Cavities?

What to Look for in Your Toothpaste to Prevent Dental Cavities?

What to Look for in Your Toothpaste to Prevent Dental Cavities?

For more than 60 years, sodium fluoride has been used to aid in preventing dental decay by including it in toothpaste. Historically, the...

Jul 22, 2020

Things to Know Before Going to a Dentist

Things to Know Before Going to a Dentist

Things to Know Before Going to a Dentist

It’s no secret that visiting the dentist, whether for an appointment like a root canal or a routine cleaning, is not usually on anyone’s...

Oct 31, 2019

Dental Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Dental Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Dental Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Good oral hygiene is important for healthy teeth and gums. Brush twice a day, floss every day and eat nutritious food to avoid dental...

Oct 23, 2019

What is Gingivitis?

What is Gingivitis?

What is Gingivitis?

Gingivitis is a mild and common form of gum disease. Gingivitis is caused when plaque—a naturally occurring sticky film that contains...

Aug 22, 2019

What is Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)?

What is Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)?

What is Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)?

Bruxism is the grinding or clenching of your teeth together. It affects more people than you may think! Approximately 30-40 million...

Jul 31, 2019

Diet for Healthy Teeth

Diet for Healthy Teeth

Diet for Healthy Teeth

Dietary counselling is an integral part of a dental examination. We always try to educate our patients/parents/adolescents/kids on what...

Jun 25, 2019

Sealant and Its Advantages

Sealant and Its Advantages

Sealant and Its Advantages

A dental sealant is a minimally invasive dental procedure that does not require any freezing and drilling. A plastic tooth-coloured...

Apr 12, 2019

Why are Dental X-rays Important?

Why are Dental X-rays Important?

Why are Dental X-rays Important?

X-rays, also known as radiographs, are an essential part of any dental care treatment plan. They are diagnostic, but they can also be...

Mar 27, 2019

Toothbrush Maintenance: How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush and Why?

Toothbrush Maintenance: How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush and Why?

Toothbrush Maintenance: How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush and Why?

A common question in the dental office by patients is, “How often should I change my toothbrush?”. This is a very good question, as some...

Feb 13, 2019

The Difference Between Plaque & Calculus (Tartar)

The Difference Between Plaque & Calculus (Tartar)

The Difference Between Plaque & Calculus (Tartar)

Plaque is a soft, sticky, colourless (when build-up becomes abundant it can appear white) film containing millions of bacteria and is...

Jan 28, 2019

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