Bad Habits That Are Harmful To Teeth And Gums

At Dr. Ian Gray Dental Group, we care greatly about the state of your oral health. We often share helpful ways that you can improve the state of your oral health. Today, we want to share some common bad habits that may lead to problems with your teeth and gums in the near future. Although it may be hard to break these habits, we encourage you to try as a way to prevent a problem. Here are some bad dental habits that you may want to change:

Ever Heard Of Jaw Development Therapy?

Do you regularly experience headaches or facial discomfort? If so, you may have tried various over-the-counter treatments and found no relief. You may be surprised to learn that you are actually experiencing an issue with the structure of the jaw, which is leading to the discomfort you have been experiencing. Thankfully, we have a treatment that can improve the placement of the jaw and improve your symptoms — jaw development therapy. We recently had the pleasure to sit with a patient who explained they were hesitant to try the treatment at first but then went on to share their current feelings and experience with the treatment. Click here to watch a short video and learn more.

How To Help Your Child Prepare For Their First Visit To The Dentist

At Dr. Ian Gray Dental Group, we are happy to treat patients of all ages. In fact, there is nothing more special than when a young one visits our office for their first dental visit. There are many exciting events that happen during a child’s first year of life. Most parents are surprised to learn that along with the many visits to a pediatrician to check on the child’s growth, a visit to the dentist is important as well. Once the first tooth emerges, or around the time of the child’s first birthday, it is time to visit the dentist for the first time. If you are reading this and realizing your child has yet to visit the dentist, that is no problem at all because there is no time like the present to schedule an appointment.

A Quick Reminder…

When was the last time you visited our office for a routine hygiene examination and cleaning? If it has been longer than six months, we encourage you to contact our office today to schedule an appointment. Routine dental care is imperative to not only your oral health’s success now and in the future, but also to your overall health. Delaying routine care increases your risk of developing serious dental conditions. Read on to learn more about the importance of routine dental care.

We Are A Family Dental Practice

Did you know that we can see and treat your entire family? At Dr. Ian Gray Dental Group, we are happy to treat patients of all ages. While we do offer specialized treatments, such as those for jaw development, we are also able to treat any of your general dentistry needs. We know that life is busy, especially for families. There seem to be countless work obligations, events to attend with children and family, as well as social outings with friends, not to mention the neverending chores at home. Some days, there never seems to be a minute to rest. Although we all lead busy lives, it is still important to make your oral health a priority and schedule routine oral hygiene examination appointments for you and your family.

A Friendly Reminder

It’s hard to believe that we are already in the second month of 2023! Time sure does seem to fly by, especially when you are busy. Did we recommend a dental treatment for you or a loved one during your last visit, but you have yet to schedule your appointment? We know that the past few months have been extremely busy, especially with the holidays, but now is the perfect time to schedule any recommended treatments. Even if we did not recommend a treatment, we encourage you to schedule your next routine hygiene examination appointment for you or your family members. Delaying dental treatments and routine appointments can have lasting effects on your oral health.

Which Tooth Replacement Option Is Best For You?

Are you in need of a tooth replacement and are struggling to make the decision on which treatment method is right for you? We know that the entire experience of dealing with tooth loss can be overwhelming. At Dr. Ian Gray Dental Group, we are here to assist you with the entire process from start to finish. We are more than happy to make a recommendation on a tooth replacement option that is best for your overall lifestyle. We are also here to answer any questions you may have through every stage of the treatment process.

Tell Your Friends And Family!

Patients like you are the heart of our practice. We are thankful every day that we are able to serve, help, and improve the lives of our patients. It is our goal in the new year to see more patients like you. If you have a friend or family member looking for a new dental home, it would mean so much to us if you share this email or contact them with information about our practice. Continue reading to learn more about what we feel makes our practice so special.

Learn More About Sedation Dentistry

Do you get anxious about visiting the dentist? Have your feelings kept you from getting the dental care you need? It is not uncommon for patients to experience some nervousness when visiting the dentist. In fact, more than 75% of adults have some form of dental anxiety, so you are not alone in your feelings. Delaying routine dental care can lead to serious oral health complications in the future, not to mention that it can also cause complications with your overall health. Postponing needed care can cause significant problems and the need for additional treatments. Dr. Gray has a solution to help you ease your fears and get the dental care you need and deserve — sedation dentistry.

Celebrate With Us!

It’s hard to believe that December has arrived! We know that many of our patients are busy planning and preparing for the upcoming holiday season. Whether you are attending holiday parties, seeing family and friends, or just taking time to relax, it is cause for celebration. Our office has another special day in December that we can’t wait to celebrate — our 35th Anniversary! It’s hard to believe that we have been serving the Newmarket, Ontario community since 1987. It’s true what they say, time flies when you are having fun! Continue reading to learn more about how excited we are to celebrate this anniversary with our wonderful patients.