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What’s the Difference Between a Dentist and an Orthodontist?

Dentist vs. Orthodontist: How are They Different? Orthodontic treatments in Richmond Hill just got better with the addition of a new orthodontist at Bamboo Dental; why is this important news? Because a regular dentist doesn’t offer any orthodontic treatments, only an orthodontist does. Dentists and orthodontists study general dentistry and are trained to treat and diagnose oral conditions on the teeth, tongue, gums, and mouth, but how are they different? Orthodontists undergo extra traini...

Dental Health Month: 4 Common Oral Health Risks Adults Face

4 Oral Health Risks Common in Adults: Adults are more at risk of suffering from tooth problems than children due to an increase in age which affects saliva production, and in celebration of the Dental Health Month, we will be sharing the 4 common oral health risks adults face. Cavities: Experiencing pain when you take hot and cold drinks could mean you have cavities. The most common oral health problem associated in both adults and children but is most prominent in adults because of their ...

10 Tips for More Tooth Friendly Easter

It’s the season of celebration, and Easter is next, which means more sweets than you can imagine, but not to worry, there are 10 tips for a more tooth-friendly easter. Going for a healthier option doesn’t mean your Easter celebration wouldn’t go as smoothly as you want or that your meals would not be as delicious, but these are ways to prevent cavities, swollen gum, and other teeth problems. Why Choose a More Tooth Friendly Easter? Tooth decay, toothache, teeth misalignment, and cavi...

5 Women in Dentistry That Have Made a Global Impact

5 Women that Changed the History of Dentistry Before women were allowed to take center stage and join the dentistry community, a struggle combined with serious perseverance led by some women paved the way and created a healthy standard for women in dentistry to follow. These women must be honored for their passion and the fight they gave their lives for, which is why dentistry in Richmond Hill is highly commendable. These women were not from Richmond Hill, but their impact in dentistry allowed...

Children's Dental Health Month - Oral care Tips for your little one

As we celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month, it’s important to help your children build healthy dental habits. The Children’s Dental Health Month is celebrated annually to build parental awareness of the dental challenges young kids face and how best to tackle them. Childrens-dental-health-month Seeing a dentist in Oakridge’s clinics is an activity most parents put off until their kids report some dental discomfort. However, parents should seek dental advice as soon as those pear...

5 Benefits Of Having Invisible Braces For Crowded Teeth

Popularly known as invisible braces due to their see-through nature, Invisible braces are a modern dental procedure that combines cosmetic appeal and effectiveness for aligning crowded teeth. Invisible braces offer a viable and aesthetic alternative to traditional braces in dental treatment. The clear align plastic trays enable you to smile confidently and go about your day without worrying about your looks. They are also more comfortable and easier to maintain. But just how much do you know ...

Why Is Wisdom Teeth Removal Recommended ?

Wisdom teeth are the third and last set of molars. They grow at the very back of the mouth between the ages of 17 to 21. They are called wisdom teeth because they usually come out when one is older, unlike other teeth. When they grow correctly and are aligned, healthy wisdom teeth help with the chewing process. However, you are more likely to have problems with your wisdom teeth than with any other tooth. Wisdom teeth that do not have enough space to grow appropriately are called impacted wisdo...

Bamboo Dental - Happy Smile Day

Be ready, this August Saturday 28th we are doing our first annual event. All kids between 0 and 12 years old will get free cleaning. Make sure to book spot for your kids.! Registration opens on August 21st. Be ready to call that day to book your spot.! ...

5 Dental Care Tips For Children

Getting your children to embrace good oral hygiene habits while they are young helps set the foundation for when they are older. Poor oral hygiene habits often lead to infections such as cavities and gum disease. Children are visual learners, so watching videos and reading books about oral hygiene is a nice way to start getting them interested in the topic. Another way to start is by making them a part of your dental care routine, and it could become a fun family activity. The process of getting...

Invisalign - Overbite Correction

Do you know what Is Invisalign Clear Aligners Invisalign is a great alternative to traditional braces. Invisalign corrects your smile by discreetly using clear aligners. Invisalign clear aligners are very similar to what athletes wear to protect their teeth from damage. They are smaller and clear, which makes them easy to wear and difficult for others to notice. The aligners are completely removable. In fact, you must take them out to brush and eat. Metal braces can even cut and scratch th...

Bamboo Dental - Professional Service Award

We first want to give a big thanks to our patients and the community for the big support. We have been awarded as the Best Professional Service Business in Richmond Hill. We also want to thank the Richmond Hill Board of Trade for making this nice event happen. ...

Coronavirus Information

Here is some information about Coronavirus we want to share with you. Feel free to read and comment is needed https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus Bamboo Dental Team...