The Canada Dental Benefit
The Canada Dental Benefit* is a national dental care program that will provide benefit payments to cover dental expenses for Canadians with annual household incomes
Replacing Missing Teeth
Teeth can be missing for many reasons, including dental decay, tooth fracture, gum disease, genetics and accidents. If a missing tooth is not replaced, you may
Child’s First Visit to the Dentist
Even though your child’s baby teeth will be replaced with permanent adult teeth, it’s still important to take care of them. In this blog, we’ll
Is your Smile Summer Ready? Tips for a Healthy Smile!
Stay hydrated! The Canadian Dental Association recommends choosing water as your drink of choice. Protect your enamel. Bacteria break down sugars to create acids that
What is the blue light my dentist uses when I get fillings?
This is one of the most common questions patients ask during their filling appointments! We call this device a curing light. Many dentists today use LED
Dental Caries (Cavities)
You’ve all heard of dental cavities, but what are they and how do they form? Dentist often refer to cavities and tooth decay as “dental caries”.
What toothbrush should I use?
When you get a professional cleaning at Vivant Dental, we use precisely shaped instruments to remove calculus (also known as tartar) that just can’t be removed
Essix Retainers
You’re missing a tooth that you want to replace. Perhaps you’re undecided about your final treatment plan, or perhaps you’ve made up your mind, but it will be
Infants, Toddlers, and Teeth – Never Too Early
It’s never too early to think about your baby’s dental health. These tips will answer some commonly asked questions about caring for the teeth of your
Fabric Mask Project
Here are the detailed instructions for making a fabric mask with a filter pocket! Following these steps, we were able to create more than 100
Resources for Parents
Want a fun way to for kids to chart tooth brushing? This tooth brushing chart was initially created by our clinic as a learning tool for