Missing Teeth in Barrie – Is there an alternative to dentures? Until recently, a common solution to multiple missing teeth has been a complete or partial denture. But is there a better way? Recent advances in technology have made new options as an...
How Does Visiting Your Dentist Help Spot Oral Cancer?
According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, around 57,000 people are diagnosed with it every year. It leads to around 10,000 deaths annually, killing around one person per hour. And the survival rate of patients who are diagnosed with oral cancer after five years...
6 Things to Consider When Choosing a Dentist for Your Family!
Are you getting the greatest care from your dentist? Are you unsure who to entrust with keeping you up to date on your dental health? Is your dental health as good as it can be? These are the important questions that every patient...
Fall in Simcoe County – Things to Do!
Some might say fall is the most wonderful time of the year! Our team of outdoor and exercise enthusiasts certainly feels that way! A great day outdoors followed by a hot beverage and a book by the fire is the key to a happy fall.
Caring for Your Teeth During Pregnancy
Expecting a baby is a most exciting time! Did you know there are special considerations to be made regarding your oral health during pregnancy and breast-feeding? As dental professionals, we see many conditions affecting the mouth and teeth, with pregnancy near the top of the list in relation to gums.
Your Toothbrush – Germ-free!
Your toothbrush is used multiple times daily to clean debris and bacteria away from your teeth and gums. Did you know there are things you can do to help ensure your toothbrush remains clean and germ-free? Review the following easy tips to help keep your toothbrush clean and extend it’s useful life!
Caring for Your Teeth During the Summer Months
Ahhh, the lazy, hazy days of summer are upon us! Barbeques, later nights, hot weather and throwing routine out the window! Throw in the odd extra treat (especially those sugary freeze pops) and you may be more at risk for dental related problems.
The Fight Against Covid-19: Can an Oral Rinse Help?
Dr Mikhail and the team at Simcoe Family Dentistry are big advocates for improving oral health. As such, if you have been into the office in the last few years and are at a higher risk level for getting a cavity, it is quite likely that an oral rinse called Opti-Rinse made by X-Pur was recommended to you.
Wisdom Teeth – To Extract or Not To Extract?
Do you have wisdom teeth pain getting you down? Dr Mikhail has an extensive background in oral surgeries and often will extract wisdom teeth that require removal right here in our office.
Do You Use Your Teeth as Tools?
We have all been guilty of this at one time or another – using our teeth not to just chew food, but to open a package, bite our nails, or, believe it or not, popping the top off an old-school bottle of pop or beer!