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Dental Implant or Bridge? How to Choose After Losing a Tooth
Implant or bridge after losing a tooth? Dr. Gloria Jung of Lux Dental explains how the neighbouring teeth, the bone and your health decide, how long each lasts, when a bone graft comes into it, and when a bridge or waiting is the better choice.
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3 days ago14 min read


How to Choose a Cosmetic Dentist in Vancouver: What to Ask Before Veneers, Whitening or Invisalign
How to choose a cosmetic dentist in Vancouver. Dr. Gloria Jung of Lux Dental explains why the title is not a specialty in Canada, the eight questions to ask before veneers, whitening or Invisalign, what a good and a poor answer sound like, and when a smaller treatment is the honest recommendation.
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3 days ago10 min read


Tooth Hurts When You Bite Down? The Usual Causes and What to Do
Why a tooth hurts when you bite down, from a filling or crown sitting high to a crack, decay or an infection. Dr. Gloria Jung of Lux Dental explains what to do now, what can wait, and when to call or go to the ER.
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3 days ago12 min read


Can Invisalign Fix an Overbite? (And an Underbite, Crossbite or Open Bite?)
Often, yes, when the overbite comes from the teeth rather than the jaw. Dr. Gloria Jung explains overbite versus overjet, what clear aligners can and cannot correct, how long it takes, and when braces or leaving it alone is the better answer.
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3 days ago11 min read


How to Clean Your Retainer: Clear, Hawley and Fixed, Without Damaging It
How to clean a retainer properly, whether it is clear plastic, a Hawley or a fixed wire. Dr. Gloria Jung of Lux Dental explains the daily routine, why toothpaste and hot water damage clear retainers, and what to do when one smells, stops fitting or goes missing.
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3 days ago11 min read


Embrace Clean Teeth: A Guide to Dental Health This Fall
As the temperature drops and the leaves start to turn, autumn presents an ideal opportunity to refresh your routine—not only for cozy...
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Sep 22, 20253 min read


How to Take Care of Braces
Wearing braces requires a significant amount of responsibility in terms of proper care for both the braces and your teeth. Maintaining...
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Aug 12, 20252 min read


Gingivitis – Top 4 Methods for Prevention and Treatment
If you have gingivitis, you may feel soreness in your gums. This condition can be caused by various factors, and there are treatments...
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Jul 15, 20253 min read


Summer Smile: Tips for a Healthy Season
Summer brings sunshine, adventures, and outdoor BBQs! As you savor the joys of the season, it's important to keep your mouth healthy....
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Jun 17, 20252 min read


Dental Implant Maintenance
Important Information About Dental Implants Many people are opting for this remarkable solution for missing teeth. They are durable,...
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May 21, 20253 min read


Oral Health Care for Older Adults
Dental care should never be overlooked, regardless of age. Although tooth loss is often linked to aging, more seniors are retaining their...
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May 12, 20252 min read


Nutritious Snacks for Healthier Smiles: Dietary Tips for Children's Dental Health
Along with regular toothbrushing, healthy eating habits play a crucial role in your child's dental health. Now, let's address the main...
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May 6, 20253 min read


What Qualifies as a Dental Emergency?
It's common to feel anxious or alarmed when there's an issue with your smile. Our Lux Dental dentists recognize this but advise you to...
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Apr 23, 20253 min read


Attention Coffee Enthusiasts: Tips for Maintaining Your Dental Hygiene
Many of us begin our mornings with a cup of coffee. While the warmth of that first cup envelops you, it also damages the enamel, the hard...
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Apr 4, 20253 min read


April Marks Oral Cancer Awareness Month!
BEING AWARE OF the symptoms and risk factors of oral cancer is extremely crucial. As oral health professionals, we are at the forefront...
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Mar 28, 20251 min read


Avoiding Canker Sores: Tips and Strategies
What is a Canker sore? Canker sores may be minor, but they often cause days of bothersome discomfort. These are shallow ulcers that can...
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Mar 24, 20252 min read


Maintaining Your Dental Bridges: Advice for Long Lasting Results
Dental bridges are used to replace missing teeth and improve both the function and appearance of your teeth. To keep your dental bridge...
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Mar 18, 20252 min read


Tips for Preserving Oral Health with Dentures
Dentures offer an excellent option for individuals who have lost their natural teeth. Although dentures can enhance the function and look...
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Mar 12, 20252 min read


What is an Oral fibroma?
Have you discovered a small, firm bump in your mouth that wasn’t there bfore? It could be an oral fibroma. Finding any growth in your...
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Mar 4, 20253 min read


Tobacco, E-Cigarettes, and Cannabis
Although the harmful effects of smoking on the mouth, gums, and teeth are well-researched and widely recognized, most of this information...
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Feb 25, 20253 min read
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