Articles posted by Dr. Allan Hawryluk

Pros and Cons of Teeth Whitening

If you want to have teeth as stunning and as white as those you see on models in magazines and posters, one thing you can do is to have your teeth whitened by a dentist. While you may have had white teeth at a young age, your teeth can get stained over time due to

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Why Do People Fear Dentists?

You’ve heard the stories before. People cringe in fear when they are told that they need to see a dentist because of a toothache, or a chipped tooth, or a cavity. Some of those who are told that they need to see a dental professional would rather suffer the pain they are feeling rather than

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Seven Tips for Taking Care of Your Dentures

Whether you have complete dentures, or partial dentures, you should be aware that, just like real teeth, these need to be taken care of for them to last. Caring for your dentures will help prolong their lifespans and it’ll help save you money as well since you won’t need to have them replaced sooner than

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Cosmetic Dental Procedures: Are They For You?

Vanity for your teeth can come in many shapes and sizes. Apart from making your pearly whites look amazing, cosmetic dentistry can give a person’s teeth the much needed reconstruction commonly associated with dental problems. However, cosmetic dental procedures are not without their own sets of pitfalls that you should be on the aware of.

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Five Tips for Dealing with Sensitive Teeth

Do you find yourself experiencing pain when drinking hot or cold beverages? Do your teeth tingle when you eat sweet, sour, or acidic foods? If you do, then chances are you have sensitive teeth. The pain that usually manifests itself when this happens is sharp, shooting and can be felt down to the nerves. It’s

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Electric Toothbrushes: Do I Really Need Them?

Manual or electric – this is a common dilemma people usually encounter when choosing what type of toothbrush to use for cleaning their teeth. While the effectiveness of an electric toothbrush has been put under the spotlight, it definitely has its own set of pros and cons that one should consider. Here are a few

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What to Look for When Choosing a Dentist

Looking for the right dentist can definitely be a challenge at times. There are many things that can stick to the back of your mind and cause you some unwanted anxiety. Is this person properly certified to take care of my problems? Will this dentist be attentive to my specific dental needs? How much will

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Braces: Do I Really Need Them?

Getting braces is a major mental hurdle that people have some difficulty in overcoming. Whether they’re apprehensive with the actual procedure or just not sure if their teeth need them, making a decision can lead to some possible mishaps down the road if you’re walking into it uninformed. A simple way to work things out

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