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July 2015: Tips, eNews and More!

Summer is in full swing and if you have kids at home, they are more than likely getting up later in the morning. It's easy to just give them a sugary bowl of cereal and get on with the day, but that is not doing them any favours when it comes to their oral and overall health. Try to provide fresh seasonal fruit for kids and foods like eggs which make a great snack and are a good source of protein without the sugars contained in so many breakfast meals.

Now is the time to get you and your child to the dentist for a regular check-up. It's always good to take advantage of this time when your child won't have to miss school to get that necessary dental check-up. Click here to request an appointment.

Summer fun means lots of smiles – keep your child's smile healthy.

Until next month,

The Team at ParkPlace Dental

Office News

New Technology in the Office!

We've got some exciting new technology in the office to make your dental experiences even better. At Park Place Dental Centre, we have a new Ceph machine that will allow our Orthodontist, Dr. Omar, to have incredible high resolution images for optimal treatment planning. Over at Park Place Junior, we have a brand new Panoramic X-ray machine installed that will allow us to get more information while keeping your kids safer.

Are Dental Implants Right For You?

Join us for our dental implants seminar on July 30th at 7:00pm!

A Warm Welcome to our New Dentists!

Welcome Dr. Anit Sharma and Dr. Morkos Boulos! Dr. Sharma is a surgical doctor who practices L-PRF Platelet Therapy, a 100% natural method that promotes better healing and bone growth from within your own body, using your own blood.Dr. Boulos is a general dentist excited to join our practice, treating patients on Saturdays.

Are E-Cigarettes Safe?

E-cigarettes are on the rise. It has been estimated that within 10 years e-cigarettes will outsell tobacco products since they are considered a safer and less expensive alternative to smoking. Smoking has been linked to cancer and heart disease but that doesn't mean e-cigarettes are not hazardous for your health. There has also been concern that e-cigarettes are quickly becoming a gateway drug for nonsmokers and teens.

What Are E-Cigarettes?

The battery powered electronic device contains a cartridge with e-juice (made up of vegetable glycerin, propylene glycol and liquid nicotine) and a heating element to produce vapor. Since vapor is produced rather than smoke, the amount of toxic chemicals emitted are significantly reduced. This battery powered device also reduces the odor that normally accompanies smoking.

Click here to find out about how vaping affects your oral health.

Frozen Fruit Pops

When it's hot outside and you're looking to quench your thirst, water is the best thing for you! However, we know the heat can sometimes make you crave sweets and in the heat, a refreshing sugary fruit juice is hard to resist, so why not try our Frozen Fruit Pop recipe instead?

They are much healthier than many concentrated fruit juices you find in the grocery store and, because it's frozen, it'll cool you down and take longer to finish which means you are less likely to overindulge. Try our recipe, or use your favourite fruits.

Click here for the full recipe!

Summer Health Tips!

Summer nights may also come with later bedtimes, after a full day outside in the sun, make sure your family tends to their teeth before bed. Sugar can cause tooth decay so it's important for kids to brush and rinse before hitting the pillow. Practice the 3-2-1 rule:

Eat 3 healthy meals, brush 2 times, and floss 1 time every day.

Click here for more summertime health tips.

Dr. Ziad Omar

Don't forget that we have an experienced Orthodontist (Dr. Ziad Omar) at our practice. Early detection and treatment are important hallmarks of excellent dental treatment. Dr. Omar can help your children by straightening little smiles. See you soon.

-Dr. Ziad Omar