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Practicing good dental hygiene is about more than having a beautiful smile. In fact, inadequate dental hygiene can lead to worse problems than discolored teeth. Tooth decay and gum disease, both of which are attributed to poor oral hygiene, can lead to serious health risks in other areas of the body, including the heart. In the following article, Dr. Ho, who practices at the Dentistry on Parkdale dental clinic in Hamilton, ON explains the importance of good oral hygiene. Why is practicing good dental hygiene important Good oral health correlates with good overall health. Common dental problems such as tooth … Continue reading “Dental Clinic in Hamilton ON explains why dental hygiene is so important”

Removable complete dentures are designed to replace all your natural teeth. They depend on natural suction to keep the denture appliance in place. For this reason, proper fit is a must to ensure your new teeth are comfortable, and that you’re able to chew efficiently, speak clearly, and smile confidently. Your denture experience is off to a great start by choosing a dentist who takes great care to design new teeth and gums to your unique specifications, like Dr. Karen Ho of Dentistry on Parkdale. She and her team work with you throughout the “life of your dentures,” offering tips … Continue reading “Tips for treating dentures in Hamilton ON – for the long life of your beautiful smile”

Dentistry on Parkdale is where your smile is our central focus. An attractive smile enhances your natural beauty, but its appearance comes second to Dr. Karen Ho and her team’s No. 1 priority: oral health. When your smile is healthy, it shows! Decay-free teeth and disease-free gums generally don’t have dark, pitted surfaces and puffy or receding tissue characteristic of decay and gum disease. Moreover, conditions like advanced gum disease are associated with systemic diseases that at first bite seem to have nothing to do with your mouth. So, habits that support your well-being often support oral health, too! Consider … Continue reading “Dentist in Hamilton ON shares 6 Great Dental Hygiene Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle”

Grit your teeth and bear the painful symptoms of bruxism no more! Effective and easy relief from teeth-grinding and -clenching is available at your friendly neighborhood dentist’s office, Dentistry on Parkdale. Dr. Karen Ho is on the front lines of this common, destructive condition. Patients may visit for routine exams, only to learn they are bruxers. Since bruxism is primarily an involuntary behavior, patients don’t know they’re grinding and clenching their teeth. Dentists are trained to spot distinctive clinical signs. With the diagnosis in hand, Dentistry on Parkdale gets to work on designing a custom-fitted night guard for teeth grinding … Continue reading “Why you need to get a custom night guard for teeth grinding in Hamilton now rather than later”

While your smile is Dentistry on Parkdale’s center focus, in everything we do there is with an understanding that oral health supports the quality of our patients’ lives. Few dental treatments have more power to transform lives than tooth replacement. Dentures represent a time-tested way to replace several or all your teeth. Dr. Karen Ho and the dental team have developed a denture clinic in Hamilton, ON that applies the latest science, precision technologies, and quality materials to create dentures that fit well and are indistinguishable from natural, healthy teeth in every way. Dentistry on Parkdale is responsive to each … Continue reading “Dental clinic in Hamilton, ON designs well-fitting, lifelike denture options for tooth replacement”

Your smile is Dentistry on Parkdale’s central focus. One of the most affordable and convenient ways to invest in your smile is with teeth whitening methods in Hamilton ON at the office of Dr. Karen Ho. These methods are tailored to your lifestyle, goals, and needs. A whiter, brighter smile also ties to the dental team’s fundamental belief that “oral health leads to a better quality of life.” A healthy smile is often a beautiful smile. Routine professional cleanings by our friendly hygienists polish away surface stains. They also remove the stubborn, hardened plaque that can yellow your teeth and … Continue reading “Dentist in Hamilton ON offers in-office and take-home whitening methods suited to every smile”

The Canadian Cancer Society reports 4,700 fellow Canadians were diagnosed with oral cancer in 2017, and 1,250 Canadians succumbed to this type of cancer. Oral cancers are deadlier than breast and prostate cancers; however, they have a high rate of being successfully treated when detected early. Your trusted dental team at Dentistry on Parkdale is on the frontline of detecting and, moreover, protecting you and your loved ones from developing oral cancers. The oral cancer screening process in Hamilton, ON is straightforward, quick, and a “must” for the health of your teeth, gums, and body. Recall visits for a healthy … Continue reading “Dentist in Hamilton, ON prevents oral cancer, offers quick and easy screening process for early detection”

Do you wake up each morning with jaw pain, earaches, or headaches? Are you noticing a pattern of grinding or clenching your teeth? If you answered “yes” to either one of these questions, you may have a very common dental condition known as bruxism. While the exact cause of bruxism is difficult to pinpoint, it can be exacerbated by different factors, leading to some uncomfortable side effects. At Dentistry on Parkdale, we offer a simple solution to bruxism that can provide patients in the Hamilton, ON area with the relief they desire. Dental night guards are an easy, non-invasive way … Continue reading “Hamilton, ON dentist provides dental night guards and other services to treat bruxism”

Dentists will tell you that the most important part of having optimal oral health is prevention. Here at Dentistry on Parkdale, located in Hamilton, ON, we strongly believe that this is one of the most important steps for maintaining a healthy and beautiful smile for life. We ensure that we take the time to explain why good dental hygiene is crucial to every patient. It is necessary to understand exactly what we mean by dental hygiene, tips on how to develop and maintain a healthy oral hygiene routine, why it’s so important, and how we can help make it an … Continue reading “Hamilton family dentist explains why good dental hygiene is important for ongoing oral health”

Hamilton, ON area patients who are interested in enhancing their smiles with teeth whitening solutions are welcome to speak with Dr. Karen Ho and the team at Dentistry on Parkdale about the advantages of professional whitening treatment. Visiting a dentist who offers effective methods of whitening the teeth is the first step in a brighter, more beautiful smile! Teeth whitening solutions Brightening the teeth is one way to achieve a more brilliant, beautiful smile. However, many patients who have used over-the-counter whitening products, including strips, trays, and pens may have found that the results are not what they desire. Instead, … Continue reading “Hamilton, ON area dentist offers an effective treatment method for whitening the teeth”