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A Brief History of the Modern Toothbrush

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

The foundation of strong dental hygiene is a solid toothbrush. Brushing, flossing, and rinsing is the tried and true routine to keep your smile healthy and strong. But have you ever wondered how this daily appliance came to be? Keep reading to learn more about the history of the toothbrush, and how lucky we are …

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What Does Your Smile Say About You?

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

When you meet someone for the first time, what do you notice first? Usually, it’s a person’s smile. Teeth can reveal a lot about a person. Your teeth can indicate social status, hygiene habits, health conditions and even age, gender and personality traits. We will show you a couple marks we notice in teeth. Shorter …

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New Year’s Resolutions for Your Smile

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

Let’s make a healthy, beautiful smile your New Year’s resolution. At Heritage Lake Dental, we take the total body wellness approach seriously. As such, we’d like to ensure both your teeth and body stay in tip top shape in 2022. Schedule Two Dentist Appointments As we begin the New Year, life can get in the …

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What Foods Reduce Plaque and Give You a Cleaner Smile

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

A healthy smile starts with what you consume on a daily basis. The foods you eat and beverages you drink can either contribute to a sparkling smile, or, unfortunately, to tooth decay. Sugary beverages like juice, wine and soda can cause the latter, while fruits and vegetables can improve your oral health. We’ll share with …

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Should You Get a Dental Implant Procedure?

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

If you’re missing a few teeth, dental implants are a very natural-looking solution that can enhance or restore your smile. Dental implants are artificial roots and teeth that are surgically placed into the upper or lower jaw bone by a dentist or Periodontist. Read more to see if you are a candidate to undergo a …

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tooth sensitivity

Tooth Sensitivity: The What, How and Why

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

Have you ever taken a big sip of iced tea only to wince in pain? Perhaps you’ve noticed that eating sweet or sour foods has become an agonizing experience. Tooth sensitivity is relatively common, and doesn’t necessarily mean you have unhealthy teeth. Keep reading to see what may be the cause and what solutions there …

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The Irritating Truth About Bleeding Gums

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

We’ve all been there. You’re brushing your teeth, or flossing for the first time after a hiatus, and you notice your gums bleeding. Unfortunately, if this is a recurrent symptom, it can be indicative of bigger issues with your oral health. Keep reading to learn more about the causes of bleeding gums and what you …

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Bruxism: The Painful Truth About Teeth Grinding

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

Have you been waking up with a sore jaw or sore teeth? Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is an unconscious neuromuscular activity. Without realizing it, you may be tightly clenching your jaw during the day, or more commonly, grinding your teeth during sleep. Fortunately, you are not alone. Bruxism is very common with more than 3 …

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How to Cope with Dental Anxiety

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

Do you suffer from loss of sleep or feel ill just thinking about your upcoming dentist appointment? Is your foot tapping nervously as you sit in the waiting room? You are not alone. Dental anxiety or fear prevents as many as 20% of Americans from seeing the dentist regularly.  Being able to identify your biggest …

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What is a Tooth Cavity?

Dental Care / By Dr. Cathy Wong

As a child, you probably have experienced a tooth cavity, once or twice. In fact, 90% of Americans have had a cavity, according to the CDC. Some believe that you cannot get cavities when you’re older, which is not true. A 2015 study found that 1 in 4 adults have cavities that are untreated.   Types …

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